adjective
- feeling angry, resentful, or cynical as a result of bad experiences or unfair treatment
Examples
- After losing his job unfairly, he became embittered toward his former company.
- The embittered veteran struggled to readjust to civilian life.
- Years of rejection had left her embittered about the publishing industry.
- His embittered comments revealed deep disappointment with the political system.
- She tried not to become embittered despite the setbacks in her career.
- The embittered divorce left both parties feeling angry and hurt.