Resent

/rɪˈzɛnt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to feel bitterness or indignation at a circumstance, action, or person.

She resented the way he always interrupted her during meetings.

to be offended or annoyed at something perceived as unfair.

He resented the favoritism shown to his coworker.

to hold a grudge about something that has happened in the past.

They resent having to work long hours without extra pay.

to have a reaction of displeasure or hostility to a particular incident.

I resent being blamed for the mistakes of others.

to express or convey a feeling of displeasure.

She resented her friend's casual disregard for her feelings.

From Latin 'resentire', meaning 'to feel strongly'.

resent doing something

To feel bitterness about being required to do something.

resent the interference

To feel annoyance at someone's involvement in a situation.

resentment

The feeling of bitterness or displeasure.

grudge

A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment.

Hold a grudge

She still holds a grudge against him for what he did last year.

Be salty

He's just salty about not getting the promotion.