Bitterly and Gladly

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Bitterly adverb - With feelings of bitterness or grief.

Usage example: cried bitterly after her grandmother died

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Gladly is an antonym for bitterly.

Nearby Words: bitter, bitterness

Gladly adverb - In a willing manner.

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Bitterly is an antonym for gladly.

Nearby Words: glad, gladness, Glady

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