bittersweet
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Etymology [edit]
Adjective [edit]
bittersweet (comparative more bittersweet, superlative most bittersweet)
- Both bitter and sweet.
- Expressing contrasting emotions of pain and pleasure.
- The break-up was very bittersweet; they both hurt to end it, but were glad it was over.
Translations [edit]
both bitter and sweet
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expressing contrasting emotions of pain and pleasure
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Noun [edit]
Wikispecies bittersweet (plural bittersweets)
- A vine, of the genus Celastrus, having small orange fruits that open to reveal red seeds.
- The bittersweet nightshade, Solanum dulcamara.
- A variety of apple with a bittersweet taste.
Translations [edit]
a vine, of the genus Celastrus
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