indignant — feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/
Korean meaning: 불공정한 대우를 받았다고 느껴 분개하는, 격분한
Korean pronunciation: 인**딕**넌트
Example Sentences
- My mom was indignant when she found out the restaurant charged extra for ketchup.
- The students were indignant about the unfair grading system.
- He gave an indignant snort when accused of cheating on his diet.
indignant
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈdɪɡnənt//
feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
The customer becomes indignant after receiving the completely wrong meal order
Nanny NANT is IN-DIG-nant about kids digging unfairly!
Though small, their indignant stand is significant against the magnificent halls of power!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'indignans' (present participle of 'indignari'), meaning 'to regard as unworthy or undeserving.' The word combines the prefix 'in-' (not) with 'dignus' (worthy), reflecting the sense of considering something beneath one's dignity.
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📝Examples
“My mom was indignant when she found out the restaurant charged extra for ketchup.”
“The students were indignant about the unfair grading system.”
“He gave an indignant snort when accused of cheating on his diet.”
“The citizens were indignant at the government's broken promises.”
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