deepen resentment
[DIH-pun REH-zent-muhnt]
verb phrase
aprofundar ressentimento
1. to make resentment stronger, more intense, or more deeply rooted; to intensify feelings of bitterness or displeasure
The unfair treatment continued to deepen resentment among the employees.
O tratamento injusto continuou a aprofundar o ressentimento entre os funcionários.
2. to cause feelings of anger or irritation to become more entrenched or difficult to resolve
His refusal to apologize only deepened resentment in their relationship.
A recusa dele em se desculpar apenas aprofundou o ressentimento no relacionamento deles.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'deepening resentment' is commonly discussed in workplace conflicts, family disputes, and social/political contexts. In Brazil, there is often an emphasis on the concept of 'mágoa' (deep hurt) alongside resentment. In the USA, this phrase frequently appears in discourse about interpersonal conflicts and historical grievances. The concept reflects universal human psychology regarding how unresolved conflicts become more entrenched over time.
NYC Slang
beef things up; make beef worse
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