resentment
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mənt noun
the feeling of displeasure or indignation at some act, remark, person, etc., regarded as causing injury or insult.
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resentment (rɪˈzɛntmənt) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| anger, bitterness, or ill will | |
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Resentment
is always a great word to know.
So is ort. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
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Example sentences
There's often some anger and resentment as unresolved family issues resurface.
The changing roles have caused resentment in many big-city fire houses, and resentment can affect performance.
Resentment of inequality tends to be directed mainly at one's neighbours.
Grievances and jealousy are producing hatred, and the resentment felt by the have-nots can be striking.
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