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What is another word for rancor? – 143 rancor Synonyms

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    Meaning of rancor

    According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, "rancor" refers to a feeling of deep and bitter anger or ill will, or a state of enmity or hostility

    Definitions

    • * The Oxford English Dictionary defines "rancor" as a feeling of bitterness or resentment, often long-standing, or a state of hostility or ill will
    • * The Cambridge Dictionary defines "rancor" as a strong, bitter feeling of anger or hatred, often lasting for a long time

    Example Uses

    • The two siblings had been holding a grudge against each other for years, and their rancor towards each other only seemed to grow with time
    • * The company's decision to downsize sparked rancor among the employees who felt they had been treated unfairly
    • * The rancor between the two nations had been building for decades, and it seemed unlikely that a peaceful resolution would be reached anytime soon

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