indignation
/in-dig-NAY-shun/nounanger aroused by something unjust or unworthy
“The verdict provoked public indignation across the country.”
- Synonyms
- outrage, resentment, umbrage
- Antonyms
- delight, approval
- Root
- dign- (worthy)
- Memory hook
- in + dign (worthy): the anger of injured worth.
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