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indignation

[ɪn.dɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən]
nounfemininepl: indignations
indignação
1. anger or annoyance provoked by something perceived as unfair, unjust, or offensive
She felt indignation at the unfair treatment she received.
Ela sentiu indignação pelo tratamento injusto que recebeu.
2. a strong emotional response expressing disapproval or offense
His indignation was evident when he heard the insulting remarks.
Sua indignação era evidente quando ouviu as observações insultuosas.
Synonyms
angerresentmentannoyancedispleasureoutragewrath
Antonyms
approvalacceptancecontentmentsatisfactionpleasure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
indignação
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
indignação
formal and colloquial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
indignação
common in both formal and informal speech
Portugal
indignação
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

righteous indignation
moral indignation
express one's indignation
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