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Meaning of resentfully
The primary meaning of "resentfully" is to feel or express bitterness or indignation.
Etymology of resentfully
The word "resentfully" originates from the verb "resent", which comes from the Old French "resentir", meaning to feel again, and the Latin "re" (again) and "sentire" (to feel)
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of emotions, from mild annoyance to intense bitterness and indignation
Synonyms
begrudgingly
sullenly
peevishly
irritably
crossly
testily
petulantly
cantankerously
crankily
irately
indignantly
offendedly
hurtfully
woundedly
vexedly
annoyedly
displeasedly
dissatisfiedly
discontentedly
bitterly
rancorously
acrimoniously
sourly
morosely
glumly
gloomily
sulkily
moodily
broodily
resentingly
Definitions
- Feeling or expressing bitterness or indignation at having been wronged or offended
- * Characterized by a feeling of resentment, often accompanied by a sense of injustice or hurt
Usage Examples
- She spoke resentfully about the way she had been treated by her former employer
- * He looked at his brother resentfully, feeling that he had been unfairly favored by their parents
- * The community responded resentfully to the new development plans, which they felt would destroy their neighborhood
Antonyms
gladly
willingly
cheerfully
happily
joyfully
contentedly
peacefully
calmly
serenely
kindly
generously
graciously
forgivingly
mercifully
leniently
gently
softly
quietly
mildly
moderately
tolerantly
patiently
understandingly
sympathetically