Resentment: meaning, definitions and examples

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resentment

[ rɪˈzɛntmənt ]

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feeling

Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly; a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

Synonyms

animosity, bitterness, hostility

Examples of usage

The employee's resentment towards his boss grew stronger after he was passed over for a promotion.
She couldn't hide her resentment towards her ex-husband during the divorce proceedings.

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relationship

Persistent ill will or hatred that is unjustified

Synonyms

antipathy, enmity, rancor

Examples of usage

Years of resentment had built up between the two families, leading to a long-standing feud.
The resentment between the two rival gangs eventually erupted into violence.

Translations

Translations of the word "resentment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ressentimento

🇮🇳 कड़वाहट

🇩🇪 Groll

🇮🇩 kepahitan

🇺🇦 образа

🇵🇱 uraza

🇯🇵 恨み (うらみ)

🇫🇷 ressentiment

🇪🇸 resentimiento

🇹🇷 önyargı

🇰🇷 원망

🇸🇦 استياء

🇨🇿 resentiment

🇸🇰 resentiment

🇨🇳 怨恨

🇸🇮 zamere

🇮🇸 bitur

🇰🇿 реніш

🇬🇪 გრძნობა

🇦🇿 nifrət

🇲🇽 resentimiento

Word origin

The word 'resentment' originated from the Latin word 'resentire', which means 'to feel pain' or 'to feel again'. The concept of resentment has been a part of human emotions and relationships throughout history, often arising from feelings of injustice or unfair treatment. Resentment can have a significant impact on individuals and relationships, leading to conflicts and misunderstandings if not addressed effectively.