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rancorous

/ræŋˈkɔːrəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does rancorous mean?

adjective

Having or showing a strong and bitter feeling of dislike or anger; fiercely hostile.

Example

"The rancorous debate over the new policy continued for weeks."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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