resentment
/ɹɪˈzɛnt.mənt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: resentments
Meaning · English
Anger or displeasure stemming from belief that one or one's group has been wronged or betrayed by others; indignation.
Noun
Examples
Amongst the most violent against him was Mrs. Bennet, whose dislike of his general behaviour, was sharpened into particular resentment, by his having slighted one of her daughters.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “resentment” mean?
Anger or displeasure stemming from belief that one or one's group has been wronged or betrayed by others; indignation.
Is “resentment” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.