rancour
/'ræɳkə/
Definition
Noun: A deep-seated, long-lasting feeling of bitterness, resentment, or ill will, often resulting from a past wrong or injury. It implies a persistent and intense animosity.
Usage
"Rancour" is a formal noun used to describe a profound and enduring state of anger or hatred. It is typically directed toward a person or group due to a perceived injustice, insult, or past conflict. The feeling is not fleeting but festers over time.
Examples
- The political debate was filled with personal attacks and deep-seated rancour.
- Despite the public apology, she could not let go of her rancour towards her former business partner.
- The treaty ended the war but could not erase the rancour between the two nations.
Advanced Usage
- "To bear/harbour rancour": To hold onto bitter feelings.
- He harboured a secret rancour against his brother for decades.
- "Without rancour": Describing an action or separation done without bitterness.
- They decided to part ways without rancour, wishing each other well.
Variants and Related Words
- Rancorous (adjective): Characterized by or showing rancour.
- The meeting degenerated into a rancorous argument.
- Rancor (noun): An alternative spelling, primarily used in American English, with the same meaning.
Synonyms
- Bitterness: Sharpness of taste, feeling, or tone; severe resentment.
- Resentment: Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.
- Animosity: Strong hostility.
- Malice: The intention or desire to do evil; ill will.
Antonyms
- Goodwill: Friendly, helpful, or cooperative feelings or attitude.
- Forgiveness: The action or process of ceasing to feel resentment.
- Benevolence: The quality of being well-meaning; kindness.
Noun
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a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
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