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Another word for resentfully

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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner marked by bitterness, displeasure, or indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Usage Example

"He stared bitterly at the colleague who had taken credit for his research."

Strongest
bitterly
grudgingly
begrudgingly
Strong
indignantly
aggrievedly
acrimoniously
rancorously
sourly
sullenly

Opposites of resentfully

The opposite of resentfully shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

gratefully
forgivingly
gladly
contentedly
happily
cheerfully
willingly
See all opposites of resentfully

• Nearby Words

resent
resentence
resentful
resentfully
resentfulness
resentment
reservable

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Resentfully. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/resentfully
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