Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seether

noun
/ˈsiːðər/
Definition
A seether is someone who is quietly angry or resentful, often keeping their feelings subdued or under control.
Examples
  • Despite her calm exterior, she was a seether, unable to articulate her frustration with the situation.
  • He often played the role of a seether, hiding his discontent until he could no longer contain it.
Meaning
The term ‘seether’ refers to a person who feels intense anger or frustration but does not express it openly. Instead, they may simmer with these emotions internally, leading to a tense and sometimes volatile state that can surface unexpectedly.
Synonyms
  • grumbler
  • simmerer
  • festerer
  • resentful person