'Indignation' definitions:
Definition of 'indignation'
(from WordNet)
noun
A feeling of righteous anger [syn: indignation, outrage]
Definition of 'Indignation'
From: GCIDE
- Indignation \In`dig*na"tion\, n. [F. indignation, L. indignatio. See Indign.] [1913 Webster]
- 1. The feeling excited by that which is unworthy, base, or disgraceful; anger mingled with contempt, disgust, or abhorrence. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
- Indignation expresses a strong and elevated disapprobation of mind, which is also inspired by something flagitious in the conduct of another. --Cogan. [1913 Webster]
- When Haman saw Mordecai in the king's gate, that he stood not up, nor moved for him, he was full of indignation against Mordecai. --Esther v. 9. [1913 Webster]
- 2. The effect of anger; punishment. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
- Hide thyself . . . until the indignation be overpast. --Is. xxvi. 20.
- Syn: Anger; ire wrath; fury; rage. See Anger. [1913 Webster]
Synonyms of 'indignation'
From: Moby Thesaurus
- anger,
- annoyance,
- ban,
- blackball,
- blackballing,
- choler,
- complaint,
- dim view,
- disagreement,
- disappointment,
- disapprobation,
- disapproval,
- discontent,
- discontentedness,
- discontentment,
- disenchantment,
- disesteem,
- disfavor,
- disgruntlement,
- disillusion,
- disillusionment,
- displeasure,
- disrespect,
- dissatisfaction,
- dissent,
- distaste,
- exasperation,
- exclusion,
- fury,
- indignant displeasure,
- ire,
- irritation,
- low estimation,
- low opinion,
- mad,
- objection,
- opposition,
- opposure,
- ostracism,
- protest,
- rage,
- rejection,
- resentment,
- righteous indignation,
- thumbs-down,
- unhappiness,
- vexation,
- wrath