Meaning & use

indignation

noun·Academic

Anger provoked by something perceived as unfair, unjust, or morally wrong.

See it in a sentence

Public indignation grew after news broke of the company's illegal dumping.

She spoke with quiet indignation about the unfair treatment of the workers.

A note on using this word

Indignation implies a moral component, unlike plain anger, which can arise from any cause, fair or not.

Words with a similar meaning

outrageresentment

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Words with an opposite meaning

approvalcontentment

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