Resenting: meaning, definitions and examples

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resenting

 

[ rɪˈzɛntɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

feeling bitterness

Resenting is a feeling of bitterness or indignation that arises when one believes they have been treated unfairly or wronged in some way. It often involves lingering feelings of anger and disappointment towards a perceived injustice.

Synonyms

angry, bitter, discontented, indignant

Examples of usage

  • She is resenting her colleague for the unfair promotion.
  • He couldn’t help but resenting his parents for their strict rules.
  • They felt resentful towards the team for not including them in the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "resenting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resentindo

🇮🇳 प्रस्तुत करना

🇩🇪 verärgern

🇮🇩 merasa kesal

🇺🇦 обурення

🇵🇱 złość

🇯🇵 腹立たしい

🇫🇷 ressentir

🇪🇸 resentir

🇹🇷 kızgınlık

🇰🇷 분개하다

🇸🇦 استياء

🇨🇿 rozhořčení

🇸🇰 rozhorčenie

🇨🇳 愤怒

🇸🇮 užaljenost

🇮🇸 reiði

🇰🇿 реніштілік

🇬🇪 მრისხანება

🇦🇿 naraazılıq

🇲🇽 resentimiento

Word origin

The term 'resenting' comes from the verb 'resent,' which originated in the early 17th century. The word is derived from the Latin 'sentire,' meaning to feel. The prefix 're-' adds the sense of feeling something again or back. Over the years, 'resent' evolved in English to capture the notion of feeling anger or displeasure about something that one perceives as unjust or unfair. As societies have progressed and interpersonal relationships have become increasingly complex, the concept of resentment has also broadened, manifesting in various social, personal, and professional contexts throughout history. Resentment is often tied to feelings of powerlessness and is recognized as a significant emotional factor in conflicts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,485, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.