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resentfulness Synonyms

Another word for resentfulness

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The state or quality of feeling bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly; persistent displeasure or ill will toward someone or something.

Usage Example

"Years of being overlooked for promotions had fostered a deep sense of resentment within the department."

Strongest
resentment
bitterness
Strong
indignation
rancor
acrimony
animosity
grudge
ill will
Weak
spite

Opposites of resentfulness

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

contentment
forgiveness
goodwill
gratitude
satisfaction
acceptance
See all opposites of resentfulness

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