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rancorous

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Rancorous (adj) means Full of deep bitterness or hatred.

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Full of deep bitterness or hatred.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

malicious resentful venomous

Related words

evil jealous bitter nasty toxic cruel deadly kindly

Rhymes for rancorous

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What is the meaning of rancorous?

"rancorous" (adj) means full of deep bitterness or hatred.

What is another word for rancorous?

Other words for "rancorous" include malicious, resentful, venomous.

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