What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “bitter”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “bitter”

The antonym of bitter is sweet, pleasant, and delicious. The antonyms sweet, pleasant, and delicious convey a positive or enjoyable experience. It implies a taste that is pleasing, agreeable, or enjoyable.

Explore all Antonyms of “bitter”

• sweet
• pleasant
• delicious

Definitions and Examples of sweet, pleasant, delicious

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

sweet

Having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey; not bitter or sour.

Example

She loves to eat sweet fruits like strawberries and mangoes.

pleasant

Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment; nice.

Example

The weather was pleasant today, with a gentle breeze and warm sunshine.

delicious

Highly pleasant to the taste; very enjoyable to eat or drink.

Example

The pizza was delicious, with a crispy crust and lots of toppings.

Key Differences: sweet vs pleasant vs delicious

• 1. Sweet describes a taste that is sugary and not bitter or sour.
• 2. Pleasant describes an experience that is enjoyable and satisfying.
• 3. Delicious describes food that is highly enjoyable and tasty.

Effective Usage of sweet, pleasant, delicious

• 1. Food and Drink: Use sweet and delicious to describe food and drinks that are enjoyable and tasty.
• 2. Experience and Emotions: Use pleasant to describe experiences and emotions that are enjoyable and satisfying.
• 3. Comparisons: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast different tastes, experiences, and emotions.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct nuances: Sweet describes a sugary taste, pleasant describes an enjoyable experience, and delicious describes highly enjoyable food. Use these words to describe food and drinks, experiences and emotions, and for comparisons.