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Uncommonresented
The correct spelling is resented.
How to pronounce resented
verb
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The correct spelling is resented. To feel resentment over; to consider as an affront. For example: "The bride greatly resented being left at the church."
Usage Examples
“The bride greatly resented being left at the church.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To feel resentment over; to consider as an affront.
- 2.To express displeasure or indignation at.
- 3.To be sensible of; to feel.
- 4.In a positive sense, to take well; to receive with satisfaction.
- 5.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).
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