Definitions
- Describing a deep-seated and long-lasting feeling of bitterness or resentment towards someone. - Referring to a persistent and intense feeling of anger or animosity towards someone. - Talking about a grudge or ill-will that is harbored towards someone for a prolonged period of time.
- Referring to an intense and passionate feeling of dislike or animosity towards someone or something. - Describing a strong aversion or hostility towards someone or something. - Talking about a deep-seated and long-lasting feeling of antipathy or loathing towards someone or something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative emotions towards someone or something.
- 2Both words can be long-lasting and persistent.
- 3Both words can be directed towards people or things.
- 4Both words can be intense and passionate.
- 5Both words can be harmful to relationships and interactions.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Hatred is generally more intense than rancor.
- 2Duration: Rancor can last longer than hatred.
- 3Focus: Rancor is often directed towards a specific person or group, while hatred can be directed towards a broader range of people or things.
- 4Cause: Rancor is often caused by a specific event or action, while hatred can be caused by a variety of factors.
- 5Expression: Rancor may be expressed more subtly or indirectly, while hatred may be expressed more overtly or aggressively.
Remember this!
Rancor and hatred are both negative emotions that involve intense and long-lasting feelings of animosity towards someone or something. However, rancor tends to be more focused on a specific person or group and can last longer than hatred. Hatred, on the other hand, is generally more intense and can be directed towards a broader range of people or things.
