heypolyglot
Italian

amaramente

/a.ma.raˈmen.te/adverbC1
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Meaning

bitterly

  • In a bitter, sorrowful, or deeply regretful manner.

In a sentence

Si è pentito amaramente di non aver accettato quell'offerta di lavoro.

He bitterly regretted not accepting that job offer.

Ha sorriso amaramente prima di voltarsi e andarsene.

She smiled bitterly before turning and walking away.

I cittadini si sono lamentati amaramente per le promesse non mantenute.

The citizens complained bitterly about the unkept promises.

Usage notes

  • Frequently modifies verbs expressing grief or regret, such as 'pentirsi' (to regret) or 'piangere' (to weep).

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