noun
Uncommon
indignation
ihn-dihg-NAY-shuhn
Indignation (noun) means Anger provoked by something felt to be unjust, insulting, or wrong. Example: “The decision sparked public indignation.”
noun
1
Anger provoked by something felt to be unjust, insulting, or wrong.
"The decision sparked public indignation."
How to use indignation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe strong anger you feel when something seems unjust or offensive.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
moral indignation
righteous indignation
a wave of indignation
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Word forms
- Plural
- indignations
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Etymology
From Old French indignation, from Latin indignatio, from indignari, "to be angered at something unworthy."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for indignation
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Frequently asked questions
What does “indignation” mean?
The word “indignation” means anger provoked by something felt to be unjust, insulting, or wrong. In plain terms, the strong anger you feel when something seems unjust or offensive.
How do you pronounce “indignation”?
“Indignation” is pronounced ihn-dihg-NAY-shuhn (/ˌɪn.dɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “indignation” in a sentence?
Here is “indignation” used in a sentence: “The decision sparked public indignation.”
What part of speech is “indignation”?
“Indignation” is a noun.
Where does the word “indignation” come from?
The word “indignation” comes from Latin. From Old French indignation, from Latin indignatio, from indignari, "to be angered at something unworthy.".
Is “indignation” a common word?
“Indignation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
