resent
Translation
to resent, to feel bitter about, to begrudge
Examples
He resents the fact that he was not promoted.
He resents the fact that he was not promoted.
She resented him for his constant criticism.
She resented him for his constant criticism.
I resent being treated like a child.
I resent being treated like a child.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to feel bitter about (sth.) She resents his success.
((-ing)) to feel bitter about doing (sth.) He resents having to work late.
((sb.)) ((for -ing)) to feel bitter towards (sb.) for doing (sth.) I resent her for lying to me.
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Etymology
From Old French 'ressentir' (to feel again), from 're-' (intensive prefix) + 'sentir' (to feel). The meaning shifted to 'feel anger or bitterness'.
Memory Tips
Think 're-sent'. You feel so angry about something that you want to 'send it back' again and again.