What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
resentful
Example
She was resentful towards her boss for not giving her a promotion. [resentful: adjective]
Example
He resented his sister for always getting more attention from their parents. [resented: verb]
indignant
Example
She was indignant at the way the company treated its employees. [indignant: adjective]
Example
He felt indignant when he saw the politician lying to the public. [indignant: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Resentful and indignant are both less common words that may not be used as frequently in everyday language. However, resentful may be slightly more common than indignant in certain contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between resentful and indignant?
Both resentful and indignant are formal words that may be more appropriate in written or formal contexts rather than casual conversation.
