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Sam began to resent doing all the cleanup alone.
What does Resent mean?
Resent means feel upset about unfair treatment.
Dictionary definition
To feel upset or bothered because something seems unfair or unkind.
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Resent in a sentence
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A character may resent a rule that seems unfair.
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The story shows how people can resent a decision when they do not understand the reason behind it.
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Which word is closest in meaning to resent?
Dislike is close to resent in this main meaning.
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MeaningResent means feel upset about unfair treatment.
ExampleExample: Sam began to resent doing all the cleanup alone.
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- ri · zent
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- zent
- Ending
- zent
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on zent.
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Synonyms
Words like Resent
dislikeUse for not liking something.
feel bitter aboutUse for strong upset feelings about unfairness.
object toUse for disagreeing with something.
Antonyms
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acceptA contrast for agreeing or not resisting.
appreciateA contrast for valuing or feeling thankful.
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Word family
Resent word family
Base word
resent
verb
resents
Feels upset about now or often.
verb
resented
Felt upset about in the past.
noun
resentment
A feeling of anger about unfairness.
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