resent
Resent (verb) means to feel bitter or angry about something perceived as unfair. Example: “She resented being passed over for the promotion.”
How to use resent
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo feel angry or hurt about something you see as unjust.
Don't confuse with "re-sent" (sent again) — they're spelled and sound different but are easy to mix up in writing.
Word forms
resented past tense, resents singular
Fill the gap
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She _____ being passed over for the promotion.
Etymology
From Old French resentir, "to feel strongly," from re- plus sentir ("to feel").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for resent
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What does “resent” mean?
The word “resent” means to feel bitter or angry about something perceived as unfair. In plain terms, to feel angry or hurt about something you see as unjust.
How do you pronounce “resent”?
“Resent” is pronounced ree-ZEHNT (/ɹiˈzɛnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “resent” in a sentence?
Here is “resent” used in a sentence: “She resented being passed over for the promotion.”
What part of speech is “resent”?
“Resent” is a verb.
Where does the word “resent” come from?
The word “resent” comes from Old French. From Old French resentir, "to feel strongly," from re- plus sentir ("to feel").
Is “resent” a common word?
“Resent” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.