Definition

Adverb: * In a manner showing anger or bitterness about something perceived as unfair: Describes an action done while feeling or expressing resentment.

Usage

• The adverb "resentfully" modifies verbs to describe an action is performed, specifically with a feeling of resentment.
• It typically comes after the verb it modifies or at the end of a clause.
• It describes a manner stemming from a sustained feeling of indignation, not a momentary flash of anger.

Examples

• She resentfully cleaned up the mess her roommate had left. (She cleaned while feeling it was unfair.)
• "I always have to do the difficult tasks," he said resentfully.
• The employee stared resentfully at the manager who had taken credit for his idea.

Advanced Usage

• "to do something resentfully": To perform an action with clear reluctance and a sense of being wronged.
  • He accepted the demotion resentfully, believing he deserved a promotion instead.

Variants and Related Words

• Resentful (adjective): Feeling or expressing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly.
  • She gave him a resentful look.
• Resent (verb): To feel bitterness or indignation at (a circumstance, action, or person).
  • He resented the constant interruptions.
• Resentment (noun): Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.
  • She felt deep resentment over the broken promise.

Synonyms

• Bitterly: With anger and disappointment.
• Sourly: In a way that shows displeasure or discontent.
• Begrudgingly: In a reluctant or unwilling manner, implying envy or resentment.

Antonyms

• Willingly: Readily and without hesitation.
• Gladly: With pleasure or willingness.
• Gratefully: With appreciation and thanks.

Adverb

1. with resentment; in a resentful manner
   • the best doctors would stay resentfully out of the national service, refusing to become the minions of a Minister