Definitions
- Describing a strong and unpleasant taste, like that of coffee or dark chocolate. - Referring to a feeling of resentment, anger, or disappointment towards someone or something. - Talking about a harsh or unpleasant tone in speech or writing.
- Describing a rough or severe texture or quality, like that of sandpaper or a loud noise. - Referring to a strict or severe manner of speaking or behaving towards others. - Talking about a lack of gentleness or kindness in actions or words.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative qualities or experiences.
- 2Both can be used to describe tastes or flavors.
- 3Both can be used to describe attitudes or behaviors towards others.
What is the difference?
- 1Sensory Experience: Bitterness is related to taste, while harshness is related to touch or sound.
- 2Emotional Response: Bitterness is a feeling of resentment or disappointment, while harshness is a manner of speaking or behaving.
- 3Intensity: Bitterness can be a strong and lingering taste or emotion, while harshness can refer to a rough or severe quality.
- 4Subjectivity: Bitterness is often associated with personal feelings or experiences, while harshness can be more objective and observable.
- 5Connotation: Bitterness can have a negative connotation when referring to emotions, while harshness can have a negative connotation when referring to behavior or communication.
Remember this!
Bitterness and harshness are synonyms that describe negative qualities or experiences. However, they differ in their sensory experience, emotional response, intensity, subjectivity, and connotation. Bitterness is related to taste and refers to a strong and unpleasant taste or feeling of resentment. On the other hand, harshness is related to touch or sound and refers to a rough or severe quality or a strict and unkind manner of speaking or behaving.
