CEFR C2

rancor

noun

Meaning

A feeling of deep and bitter anger, ill will, or resentment.

Examples

Despite the apology, she still felt a sense of rancor.
The political debate was filled with personal rancor.

Synonyms: resentment, animosity, malice, hostility

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rancor (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈræŋkər/

Definition

A feeling of deep and bitter anger, ill will, or resentment.

Examples

Despite the apology, she still felt a sense of rancor.
The political debate was filled with personal rancor.
He tried to let go of the rancor from his past.

Synonyms of rancor

Words with a similar meaning to rancor:

resentment
animosity
malice
hostility

Antonyms of rancor

Words with the opposite meaning to rancor:

benevolence
affection
goodwill

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