Usage Note
Risentimento denotes a lingering bitterness over a perceived wrong — closer to 'grudge' than to momentary anger. The verb is risentirsi (to feel resentful, to take offence): mi sono risentito per quella battuta (I took offence at that remark). Unlike rancore (which is deeper and more enduring), risentimento can fade more easily.
Examples
"Nutriva un profondo risentimento verso di lui."
Natural Translation
She harboured a deep resentment towards him.
Literal Translation
She-nurtured a deep resentment towards of him.

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