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indignation

indignation is a synonym of anger

noun [ in-dig-ney-shuhn ]

indignation is another word for anger

Anger refers to a strong feeling of displeasure or hostility (His anger was evident when he saw the damage to his car).
Indignation is anger or annoyance provoked by something perceived as unfair or unjust (Her indignation was clear when she learned about the unfair treatment of her coworkers).
✅ Both words describe feelings of displeasure.
Anger can be caused by any number of things and is more general, while indignation is specifically a reaction to perceived injustice (I felt anger when I saw someone throwing trash on the ground; They felt indignation at the discriminatory policy).

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renounce

renounce is a synonym of reject

verb [ ri-nouns ]

renounce is another word for reject

Reject means to refuse or dismiss something, often because it's not satisfactory or desirable (He rejected the job offer because the salary was too low).

Renounce means to formally or publicly give up a belief, position, or right (The queen will renounce her claim to the throne).

✅ Both words involve refusing or turning away from something.

Reject is more commonly used for things or offers, while renounce is used in more formal situations involving beliefs, claims, or titles (I rejected the party invitation because I didn’t want to attend it; I hereby renounce my former political affiliation).

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forlorn

forlorn is a synonym of unhappy

adjective [ fawr-lawrn ]

forlorn is another word for unhappy

Unhappy means feeling or showing sadness or dissatisfaction (She was unhappy with the decision made by her boss). 

Forlorn describes a state of being pitifully sad, abandoned, or lonely (The forlorn puppy waited by the door for its owner). 

✅ Both words describe a state of sadness. 

Unhappy is a general term for feeling sad or displeased, while forlorn conveys a deeper sense of abandonment and hopelessness (He was unhappy about the outcome of the game; She looked forlorn as she watched the train leave without her).

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