rancor

[US]/ˈræŋkə/
[UK]/ˈræŋkər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing; deep-seated ill will

Phrases & Collocations

no rancor

rancor and bitterness

rancor toward

feel rancor

rancor remains

rancor builds

express rancor

rancor lingers

rancor fades

without rancor

Example Sentences

she held no rancor towards her old friend.

despite the conflict, he managed to let go of his rancor.

the rancor between the two teams was palpable.

she spoke without rancor, despite the harsh criticism.

rancor can poison relationships if not addressed.

he tried to resolve the rancor between his colleagues.

the rancor from past disputes still lingered.

they decided to move forward without rancor.

it’s important to confront rancor before it escalates.

he expressed his feelings without rancor or bitterness.

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