Meaning & use
indignantly
In a manner showing anger or annoyance because of something perceived as unfair or insulting.
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'That's simply not true,' she said indignantly, crossing her arms.
He indignantly denied the accusation, insisting he had done nothing wrong.
A note on using this word
Indignantly implies a reaction to perceived unfairness or disrespect, distinct from plain anger, which need not involve a sense of injustice.
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