English Synonym Finder

resented

Definitions

Felt bitterness or indignation at a circumstance, action, or person.

Experienced or exhibited ill will or annoyance as a result of a perceived slight or unfair treatment.

Examples

She deeply resented the way her manager took credit for all of her hard work.

He resented having to work on weekends while his friends were out enjoying themselves.

Synonyms

disliked loathed detested bitterly opposed took offense at grudged abhorred

Antonyms

appreciated welcomed cherished accepted admired embraced valued