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Meaning of bile
The primary meaning of the word "bile" is a bitter yellowish liquid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, or a feeling of intense anger or resentment.
Etymology of bile
The word "bile" comes from Old French "bile", from Latin "bilis", which is related to Greek "chole", meaning gall or bile, and is also connected to the verb "bilein", meaning to gush or flow
Historically, the word "bile" has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the bodily fluid, and its figurative sense of anger or resentment dates back to the 16th century
Synonyms
anger
resentment
indignation
irritation
annoyance
vexation
displeasure
discontent
dissatisfaction
bitterness
rancor
gall
acrimony
acridity
sourness
tartness
hostility
ill will
ill humor
crossness
testiness
petulance
sullenness
moroseness
grumpiness
peevishness
irascibility
choler
spleen
temper
irateness
exasperation
frustration
infuriation
outrage
indignance
umbrage
pique
dudgeon
huff
snit
tiff
Definitions
- A yellowish liquid, produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, that aids in the digestion and absorption of fats
- A feeling of intense anger or resentment, especially of a bitter or resentful kind
- A bitter or unpleasant quality, especially in someone's tone or attitude
Usage Examples
- The doctor explained that the patient's bile duct was blocked, causing severe abdominal pain
- She felt a surge of bile rise up in her throat as she listened to her ex-partner's lies
- The bitter tone in his voice was full of bile and resentment towards his former employer
Antonyms
calmness
serenity
tranquility
peacefulness
composure
cordiality
affability
amiability
geniality
warmth
kindness
goodwill
benevolence
charity
tolerance
patience
understanding
empathy
sympathy
gentleness
mildness
softness
sweetness
pleasantness
agreeability
friendliness
conviviality
sociability