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rancor

/ræŋkɔr/ noun · British & US
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What does rancor mean?

noun

A feeling of deep and often bitter anger or resentment, typically as a result of a grievance or sense of injustice. A state of intense ill will or hostility.

Example

"The politician's rancor towards his opponent was evident in his scathing speech."

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