resent

IPA: rɪzˈɛnt

verb

  • (transitive) To feel resentment over; to consider as an affront.
  • (transitive) To express displeasure or indignation at.
  • (transitive, obsolete) To be sensible of; to feel.
  • (transitive, obsolete) In a positive sense, to take well; to receive with satisfaction.
  • (obsolete) To recognize; to perceive, especially as if by smelling; -- associated in meaning with sent, the older spelling of scent, to smell. See resent (intransitive verb).
  • (obsolete) To give forth an odor; to smell; to savor.
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Examples of "resent" in Sentences

  • I resent his arrogance.
  • It is letting go of the burden of resentment.
  • They resent the emphasis on the Nazi account.
  • Mistrust and resentment was on the ascendancy.
  • The speech aroused resentment among the crowd.
  • Americans are resentful of the French for this.
  • He is resentful of the world for his imprisonment.
  • The sources of resentment in the two groups are different.
  • Alex remains resentful of Peter's selfishness and irresponsibility.
  • Dolly is envious of the young couple's romance and resents Willy's interference.

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