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Wordabulary

aggrieved

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Feeling that you have been treated unfairly.

"He felt aggrieved that his years of hard work went unnoticed by the new manager."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

resentful wronged

Antonyms

satisfied

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He felt _____ that his years of hard work went unnoticed by the new manager."

Answer: aggrieved

In your own words, what does "aggrieved" mean?

Feeling that you have been treated unfairly.

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