indignant Definition
feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.
Using indignant: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "indignant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She was indignant at being accused of cheating.
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The workers were indignant about the new rules.
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He was indignant that his proposal was rejected without any explanation.
indignant Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with indignant
to feel angry or annoyed because of something that you think is unfair
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The customers were indignant about the poor service they received.
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She wrote an indignant letter to the editor of the newspaper.
indignant response
a reply expressing anger or annoyance at something that is perceived as unfair
Example
His indignant response to the criticism only made things worse.
Summary: indignant in Brief
Indignant [ɪnˈdɪɡnənt] is an adjective used to describe a feeling of anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment. It is often used in situations where someone feels wronged or insulted, such as 'She was indignant at being accused of cheating.' Synonyms include 'angry' and 'outraged,' while antonyms include 'pleased' and 'content.' Common phrases include 'be indignant about/over/at something,' 'indignant letter,' and 'indignant response.'
