resent
ree-ZEHNT
Resent (verb) means to feel bitter or angry about something perceived as unfair. Example: “She resented being passed over for the promotion.”
verb
1
To feel bitter or angry about something perceived as unfair.
"She resented being passed over for the promotion."
"He still resents the way his brother treated him growing up."
How to use resent
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo feel angry or hurt about something you see as unjust.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "re-sent" (sent again) — they're spelled and sound different but are easy to mix up in writing.
Common pairings
resent someone
deeply resent
resent the fact that
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- resents
- Past tense
- resented
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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").
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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.
