Definition of "bittersweet" in inglés

adjective

1. Both bitter and sweet.

   • bittersweet chocolate

2. (figurative) Expressing contrasting emotions of pain and pleasure.

   • The break-up was very bittersweet; they both hurt to end it, but were glad it was over.

3. Of bittersweet color (see the noun section, below).

noun

1. Bittersweet nightshade (Solanum dulcamara).

2. Bittersweetness.

3. (US) A vine, of the genus Celastrus, having small orange fruit that open to reveal red seeds.

4. A variety of apple with a bittersweet taste.

5. Any variety of clam in the family Glycymerididae

6. A pinkish-orange color. Any color in between scarlet and orange.