Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unforgiveness
noun
/ˌʌn.fərˈɡɪv.nəs/
Definition
The state or quality of not forgiving someone; holding onto resentment or anger towards someone who has wronged you.
Examples
- Her unforgiveness towards him prevented her from moving on with her life.
- The impact of unforgiveness can weigh heavily on one’s emotional well-being.
Meaning
Unforgiveness refers to the emotional response where an individual is unable or unwilling to pardon someone for a transgression, often leading to bitterness and ongoing distress.
Synonyms
- resentment
- grudge
- bitterness
