rancor

Meanings

• noun

  A deep-seated feeling of hatred or bitter resentment.

  - "His rancor towards his former boss prevented him from finding a new job."
  - "The rancor between the two families lasted for generations."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rancor
ranker , anker , banker , spanker

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Variants

List of all variants of rancor that leads to same result
rancor , rancors , rancour , rancours

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Etymology

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Originally meaning 'gall' or 'bile,' rancor comes from the Old French word 'rancor,' which means 'bitterness' or 'venom.'

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Trivia

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1. The word 'rancor' is often used in Star Wars to describe the emotions of the Sith Lord Darth Malak.

2. Rancor is also the name of a large, reptilian monster in Star Wars that is hunted for sport.

3. The term 'rancid' is related to the word 'rancor,' as both words come from the Old French word 'rancor' and refer to something that has gone bad or putrefied.

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Related Concepts

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1. bitterness: A feeling of deep sadness, resentment, or disappointment, often in response to a perceived injustice or loss.

2. resentment: A feeling of indignation or persistent ill will towards someone or something, often due to a perceived injustice.

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Culture

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Rancor is a strong emotion that can be found in various forms of literature, art, and music. In literature, it is often depicted as a destructive force that consumes the characters, leading to their downfall. In art, it is represented as a monster or a beast that symbolizes hatred and resentment. In music, it is expressed through heavy metal and hard rock genres.

How to Memorize "rancor"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a deep pit filled with thick, bitter bile. This is the feeling of rancor.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'rancor' with the feeling of hatred and bitterness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember R-A-N-C-O-R stands for 'Resentment And Negative Consequences Overtime'.

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