Rancor

Pronunciation: /ˈræŋkər/

Rancor (noun)

  1. a strong feeling of anger or dislike towards someone for a long time

Examples

  • Despite the apology, rancor lingered between them.
  • Years of rancor finally erupted into a heated argument.

Common collocations: harbor rancor, rancor towards, deep-seated rancor, rancor and resentment

Synonyms of Rancor

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Rancor

  • describing friendly relations
  • describing peaceful coexistence