be resentful

Frequency: 8.025.1 per million words

Expressing the state of feeling angry and upset because you think you have been treated unfairly.

resentfulVERBS + resentful

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Examples (10)

  • She was resentful at the way she had been treated.
  • They were bitterly resentful of the fact that they had to work such long hours.
  • He is resentful towards his former boss.
  • Why are you still resentful about what happened years ago?
  • Don't be resentful; try to forgive and move on.
  • The workers were deeply resentful of the pay cut.
  • She might be resentful because she feels overlooked.
  • It's natural to be resentful when you feel unfairly treated.
  • He had grown to be quite resentful over time.
  • If you are resentful, it can affect your relationships.