Rancorous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈraŋ-k(ə-)rəs/ ran·cor·ous

Meaning & Definition of Rancorous

Rancorous (adjective)

  1. marked by rancor, deeply malevolent

Rancorous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having or showing deep-seated resentment

    "a rancorous autobiography in which the author heaps blame on just about everyone who had the misfortune of knowing him"

    similar: acrid, acrimonious, bitter, embittered, hard, resentful, sore
    related: disaffected, discontented, disgruntled, malcontent, contemptuous, cynical, disdainful, misanthropic, scornful, angry, cruel, harsh, irritated, mad, rough, savage, vehement, vicious, virulent, vitriolic, acid, caustic, cutting, mordant, sarcastic, trenchant, knock-down, drag-out
    opposite: unbitter
    near: caring, forgiving, gentle, kind, kindhearted, loving, sweet, sympathetic, tender, warm, warmhearted

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Rancorous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Rancorous:

acrid, acrimonious, bitter, embittered, hard, resentful, sore

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Rancorous

Words with the opposite meaning of Rancorous:

unbitter

Related Words for Rancorous

disaffected, discontented, disgruntled, malcontent, contemptuous, cynical, disdainful, misanthropic, scornful, angry, cruel, harsh, irritated, mad, rough, savage, vehement, vicious, virulent, vitriolic, acid, caustic, cutting, mordant, sarcastic, trenchant, knock-down, drag-out

Near Antonyms of Rancorous

caring, forgiving, gentle, kind, kindhearted, loving, sweet, sympathetic, tender, warm, warmhearted

Word Forms of Rancorous

Derived words: rancorously (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Rancorous

First known use: circa 1517

Frequently Asked Questions about Rancorous

What does "Rancorous" mean?

"Rancorous" means marked by rancor, deeply malevolent. As an adjective, it is defined as: marked by rancor, deeply malevolent.

What is another word for "Rancorous"?

Other words for "Rancorous" include acrid, acrimonious, bitter, embittered, hard, resentful and sore. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Rancorous" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Rancorous"?

There are 34 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Rancorous". Common alternatives include acrid, acrimonious, bitter, embittered, hard, resentful and sore.

What is the opposite of "Rancorous"?

Antonyms of "Rancorous" include unbitter. Near antonyms include caring, forgiving, gentle and kind.

How do you use "Rancorous" in a sentence?

Examples of "Rancorous" in a sentence: "a rancorous autobiography in which the author heaps blame on just about everyone who had the misfortune of knowing him".

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

"Rancorous" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Rancorous"?

"Rancorous" is pronounced /ˈraŋ-k(ə-)rəs/ and divided into syllables as ran·cor·ous.

What is the origin of the word "Rancorous"?

First known use: circa 1517.