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resentful Synonyms
Another word for resentful
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• adjective (Context 1)
Feeling or expressing bitterness, indignation, or ill will at having been treated unfairly.
Usage Example
"She grew increasingly bitter after her colleague took credit for the research project they had completed together."
Strongest
bitter
aggrieved
embittered
indignant
Strong
grudging
acrimonious
rancorous
disgruntled
sullen
spiteful
Opposites of resentful
The opposite of resentful shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
unresentful
forgiving
grateful
satisfied
content
magnanimous
pleased
accepting
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Resentful. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/resentful