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resents Word Meanings
- to feel bitterness or indignation about something
- to dislike or feel angry about something done to you
- to hold a grudge against someone
resents Example Sentences
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resents Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/rɪˈzɛnt/
US
/rɪˈzɛnt/
resents Word Etymology
re- = again + sent = to feel. Originated from Latin 'resentire' which means 'to feel again'. Imagine re-experiencing that sting of betrayal every time you think of a wrong done to you, like an old wound reopening.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Resent means to feel bitter or indignant about a real or perceived wrong, especially when that hurt lingers after someone has wronged you. It implies an ongoing feeling or a sense of unfairness rather than a single burst of anger. We often resent a person, a situation, or a behavior that affected us, and the feeling can persist if it’s not addressed. The phrase is commonly followed by that-clauses or gerunds to introduce the cause, such as resent that someone lied or resent doing something that caused harm. Resentment differs from mere anger in that it carries a sense of injury that remains over time.
Usage Reminders
- • Resent is transitive, usually with a person, event, or action as the cause.
- • Use that-clause or gerund after resent to explain why.
- • Do not confuse with regret or be angry in a single moment.
- • Resentment can lead to a grudge if not addressed.
- • Resent is stronger than simply disliking something.
Common Misconceptions
- Resent is the same as regret or anger in the moment.
- You can resent a person directly as a verb with no object.
- Resent always leads to confrontation immediately.
- Resent means you must hold a grudge forever.
- Resent is only about major injustices, not small annoyances.
Thinking Differences
Learners often see resentment as just anger about a single incident, but English treats it as a longer, more injurious feeling tied to perceived unfairness. Focus on collocations with that-clauses and gerunds to express the cause.
Learning Tips
- Practice with both that-clauses and -ing forms to explain the reason.
- Compare sentences with regret vs resentment to feel the nuance.
- Use resentment with long-lasting situations rather than quick annoyances.
- Notice collocations: resent + that, resent doing.
- Record short stories of personal grievances to cement usage.
- Read/watch pairs showing how native speakers describe ongoing hurt.
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