Resent/rɪˈzent/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Intensity Resentment implies deep and lasting negative feelings, stronger than annoyance or irritation. She resented her coworker's rude comments for months. Pro Tip 2/3Unfair Treatment Use 'resent' when you feel you've been treated worse than others or unjustly. He resented being overlooked for the promotion. Pro Tip 3/3Suppressed Emotion Resentment is often a feeling kept inside rather than expressed directly. She quietly resented her friend's constant lateness.