Rancor

September 17, 2026 Sonu 1 min read

Rancor

Noun
कड़वाहट
🌱 Root / Etymology: From Latin 'rancor', meaning 'rankness' or 'bitterness'.
Definition

Bitter, long-lasting resentment; ill will.

Contextual Sentence: "There was rancor between the two parties after the failed negotiations."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think of 'rancor' as 'RAN away with anger' - it symbolizes long-lasting bitterness.
Synonyms
animosity bitterness resentment
Antonyms
friendliness kindness forgiveness