Resentment

GLOSSARY

A cold, emotional complex consisting of bitterness, hostility, residual fear, and residual anger in response to perceived harm from an offender. A form of 'legitimized anger', often directed toward targets with greater authority, power, or status. Contrast with contempt.

Reference:

Murphy, J. G. (2005). Forgiveness, self-respect, and the value of resentment. In Worthington Jr., E.L. (Ed.). Handbook of forgiveness. New York: Routledge. pp. 33-40.

Miceli, M., & Castelfranchi, C. (2019). Anger and its cousins. Emotion Review, 11(1), 13-26. https://doi.org/10.1177/1754073917714870