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resented

VERB

be angry about

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dislike

STRONG

begrudge grudge

WEAK

be in a huff be insulted be offended by be put off by be rubbed wrong way be vexed bear a grudge feel bitter feel sore frown at get nose out of joint harbor a grudge have hard feelings object to take amiss take as an insult take exception take offense take umbrage

Antonyms

WEAK

be happy like love

Example Sentences

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He’s long resented her inability to contain the frenzy surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

As Ms. Iritani explains, their success was resented, especially during the Depression.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

I was wearing my best armor: a black dress that accentuated my curves, a striped bolero to cover the arms I’ve resented for years and black platform sandals displaying ruby toes.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

He believes the UK suffers from "tall poppy syndrome" – where successful people are resented – and a negative culture.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

We lacked the ability to think for ourselves and resented having to admit it.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris