resentment

[ri-zent-muhnt]

noun

1. the feeling of displeasure or indignation at some act, remark, person, etc., regarded as causing injury or insult.

   Synonyms: jealousy, envy, irritation, pic, dudgeon

Other Word Forms

• self-resentment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of resentment¹

First recorded in 1610–20; from French ressentiment, Middle French resentiment, equivalent to resenti(r) to resent + -ment -ment

Example Sentences

In this respect “I Know This Much Is True” also is a dramatic tapestry of destructive anger issues, festering under a lifetime of repressed resentment and confusion.

From Salon

The secretary of State sidestepped a question about whether the action, which critics denounced as illegal under international law, signaled a return to “gunboat diplomacy” in a region where U.S. interventions have historically stoked resentment.

From Los Angeles Times

What starts as a nostalgic reconnection over drinks between two men who once chased the same dream quickly curdles, as Timothy’s long-simmering resentment boils over, erupting in bitterness and violence.

From Los Angeles Times

"The current demonstrations are different – the grievances run deeper and are likely more broadly felt. The protests reflect people's sense of economic insecurity and pent-up resentment toward the greed and excesses of their elected officials."

From BBC

"Once they've done that, they can walk back through the avenue without resentment for love and contentment."

From BBC

Related Words

• acrimony 
• animosity 
• animus 
• annoyance 
• antagonism 
• bitterness 
• cynicism 
• displeasure 
• exasperation 
• fury 
• grudge 
• ill will 
• indignation 
• ire 
• irritation 
• malice 
• outrage 
• passion 
• rage 
• rancor