resentment
Say it: rih-ZENT-munt /rɪˈzɛntmənt/ · noun
What “resentment” means
Lasting bitterness because you feel you have been treated unfairly.
More precisely: Bitterness at having been treated unfairly.
Example: “Unspoken resentment about chores can quietly poison a relationship.”
When to use it
Use it for bitterness that builds or stays after unfair treatment. It suits everyday conversations about relationships and work.
Similar words
bitterness, grievance, indignation
Quick check
Your colleague repeatedly takes credit for your work, and the unfairness leaves you bitter towards them. What is building?
resentment or envy?
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resentment
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