resentment
Translation
bitterness, indignation, ill will
Examples
She felt a deep resentment towards him.
She felt a deep resentment towards him.
There is a growing resentment of the new rules.
There is a growing resentment of the new rules.
Grammar Patterns
((resentment)) ((towards/against sb.)) a feeling of anger towards sb. She felt a deep resentment towards him.
((resentment)) ((of/at/about sth.)) a feeling of anger about sth. There is a growing resentment of the new rules.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bitterness, indignation, anger, grudge; Antonyms: contentment, goodwill
Etymology
From the verb 'resent' + the noun-forming suffix '-ment'. 'Resent' is from Old French 'ressentir' (to feel strongly).
Memory Tips
It's the feeling you have when you 'resent' something. The '-ment' suffix turns the verb into a noun.