Definition

Feeling angry or bitter because of being treated unfairly or feeling wronged.

Example

She felt resentful when her hard work was not recognized.

Conversation

I feel kind of resentful about how she treated me last week.

I get that; it’s hard not to feel that way sometimes.

Yeah, I just wish she would acknowledge it instead of acting like nothing happened.

Totally, it makes it harder to move on when you're feeling resentful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resentful → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "sentire" (meaning to feel). The word "resentful" describes the feeling of anger or bitterness that arises again due to perceived wrongs or injustices.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling anger 'again' ('re-') because of something that was 'felt' ('sentire') before — that's why resentful means feeling bitterness about past grievances.

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