Meaning & use
resentful
Feeling bitter or angry because one believes something is unfair or unjust.
See it in a sentence
He grew resentful after being passed over for the promotion twice.
She felt resentful toward her sister for never helping with their parents' care.
A note on using this word
Resentful describes a lingering emotional state, often building up over time, rather than a brief flash of anger.
Words with a similar meaning
bitteraggrieved
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Words with an opposite meaning
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