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amer

bitter

adjective ah-MER Less Common

Origin: Latin amarus

Usage Note

Amer describes a sharp, bitter taste or a feeling of resentment. The feminine form is amère. Une amertume (bitterness) is the derived noun. The liqueur un amer (e.g. Campari-style drinks) takes its name from this adjective.

Examples

"Ce café est trop amer à mon goût."

Natural Translation

This coffee is too bitter for my taste.

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