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Meaning of resented
The primary meaning of the word "resented" is to feel bitter or indignant about something.
Etymology of resented
The word "resented" comes from the Old French word "resentir", which means "to feel again", from "re-" (again) and "sentir" (to feel), and is related to the Latin word "sentire" (to feel)
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe a feeling of bitterness or indignation, often in response to a perceived injustice
Synonyms
begrudged
envied
disliked
hated
despised
loathed
detested
abhorred
scorned
spurned
rebuffed
rejected
resented
offended
affronted
insulted
outraged
infuriated
exasperated
irritated
vexed
annoyed
displeased
dissatisfied
discontented
unhappy
resentful
bitter
indignant
angry
cross
displeased
frustrated
antagonized
antagonistic
Definitions
- Feel bitter or indignant about something, typically because you think you have been treated unfairly
- * Feel angry or bitter because of something that has happened or been done to you
Usage Examples
- She resented being treated unfairly by her boss
- * He resented the fact that his sister got more attention from their parents
- * The community resented the new development that was destroying their local park