Rancor — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈraŋ-kər/ ran·cor

Meaning & Definition of Rancor

Rancor (noun)

  1. bitter deep-seated ill will

Rancor (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a deep-seated ill will

    "controversy over use of pesticides has caused a lot of rancor in this agricultural community"

    similar: animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, enmity, gall, grudge, hostility, jaundice
    related: blood feud, feud, score, vendetta, hate, hatred, loathing, vindictiveness, virulence, vitriol, alienation, disaffection, estrangement, conflict, coolness, discord, friction, strain, tension, inhospitableness, unfriendliness, malice, malignancy, malignity, spite, spitefulness, venom
    opposite: amity
    near: amiability, amicability, civility, cordiality, friendliness, hospitality, neighborliness, comity, empathy, friendship, goodwill, sympathy, understanding

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Rancor

The most common words with a similar meaning to Rancor:

animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, enmity, gall, grudge, hostility, jaundice

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Rancor

Words with the opposite meaning of Rancor:

amity

Related Words for Rancor

blood feud, feud, score, vendetta, hate, hatred, loathing, vindictiveness, virulence, vitriol, alienation, disaffection, estrangement, conflict, coolness, discord, friction, strain, tension, inhospitableness, unfriendliness, malice, malignancy, malignity, spite, spitefulness, venom

Near Antonyms of Rancor

amiability, amicability, civility, cordiality, friendliness, hospitality, neighborliness, comity, empathy, friendship, goodwill, sympathy, understanding

Origin & Etymology of Rancor

Middle English rancour, from Anglo-French rancur, from Late Latin rancor rancidity, rancor, from Latin rancēre

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Rancor

What does "Rancor" mean?

"Rancor" means bitter deep-seated ill will. As a noun, it is defined as: bitter deep-seated ill will.

What is another word for "Rancor"?

Other words for "Rancor" include animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, enmity and gall. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Rancor" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Rancor"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Rancor". Common alternatives include animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, enmity, gall, grudge and hostility.

What is the opposite of "Rancor"?

Antonyms of "Rancor" include amity. Near antonyms include amiability, amicability, civility and cordiality.

How do you use "Rancor" in a sentence?

Examples of "Rancor" in a sentence: "controversy over use of pesticides has caused a lot of rancor in this agricultural community".

Is "Rancor" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Rancor" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Rancor"?

"Rancor" is pronounced /ˈraŋ-kər/ and divided into syllables as ran·cor.

What is the origin of the word "Rancor"?

"Rancor" comes from Middle English rancour, from Anglo-French rancur, from Late Latin rancor rancidity, rancor, from Latin rancēre. First known use: 14th century.