Resentment

Noun

Definition: Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Synonyms: Bitterness, Animosity, Grudge

Antonyms: Forgiveness, Acceptance, Understanding

Examples:

She felt deep resentment towards her boss for promoting her colleague instead of her.
His resentment towards his father grew stronger with each passing day.

Mnemonics:

Resentment can be remembered as "resent," indicating a strong negative feeling towards something or someone.
Think of "resentment" as "resenting the treatment" that led to feelings of bitterness.

Etymology:

Origin:

From Old French "resentement," from Latin "resentire" (to feel again, to feel deeply).

Historical Usage:

The term "resentment" has been used in English since the 16th century, indicating a long history of expressing feelings of bitterness towards perceived unfair treatment.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Harbor resentment"

Explanation:

To hold or keep resentment within oneself without expressing it openly or letting go.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing resentment with anger or dislike.

Explanation:

While resentment may involve anger and dislike, it is specifically related to feeling bitter about unfair treatment or perceived injustice. It goes beyond mere dislike or anger towards a person or situation.