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Synonyms of rancor

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Another word for rancor is spite. Other synonyms of rancor are resentment, grudge and bitterness.

Synonyms and similar words for rancor

nounA feeling of long-lasting ire for another, sometimes to the point of hatred, over a perceived...

  • bitternessThe quality of feeling bitter; acrimony, resentment; the quality of exhibiting such feelings.
  • resentmentAnger or displeasure stemming from belief that one or one's group has been wronged or betrayed by others; indignation.
  • spiteIll will or hatred toward another, accompanied with the desire to unjustifiably irritate, annoy, or thwart; a want to...
  • animus
  • grudgeDeep-seated and/or long-term animosity or ill will about something or someone, especially due to perceived mistreatment.
  • enmity

Meaning of rancor

  1. noun A feeling of long-lasting ire for another, sometimes to the point of hatred, over a perceived wrongdoing; bitterness.
  2. noun Rancidity, rankness.
  3. verb To rankle or fester.

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Questions about synonyms of rancor

What is another word for rancor?
Rancor has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as spite, resentment, grudge and bitterness.
What does rancor mean?
Rancor means a feeling of long-lasting ire for another, sometimes to the point of hatred, over a perceived wrongdoing; bitterness.

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