懣 (mèn) - Depressed, discontented, resentful — describes a state of

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mèn ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

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懣 · mèn

Depressed, discontented, resentful — describes a state of mental distress, frustration, or dissatisfaction.

Depressed, discontented, resentful — describes a state of

Usage highlights

Resentful and indignantDepressed and discontentedMelancholy and depressedPentFeel resentfulAccumulated resentment

Synonyms

  • 愤— indignant, angry
  • 郁— depressed, gloomy
  • 怨— resentment, grudge

Antonyms

  • 悦— pleased, delighted
  • 欢— happy, joyful
  • 畅— free-flowing, unimpeded

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He felt depressed and resentful (愤懑).
  • She was filled with discontent (懑愤).
  • The unfair treatment left him feeling bitter (懑郁).
  • He vented his pent-up resentment (发泄懑气).

Collocations

  • Resentful and indignant(愤懑)
  • Depressed and discontented(懑愤)
  • Melancholy and depressed(懑郁)
  • Pent-up resentment(懑气)
  • Feel resentful(怀懑)
  • Accumulated resentment(积懑)

Idioms

  • Filled with indignation and resentment(愤懑不平)
  • Depressed and discontented(郁懑不乐)
  • Venting pent-up feelings(发泄懑气)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, '懑' relates to emotional stagnation affecting physical health.
  • The character reflects Confucian values of emotional restraint, where suppressed feelings lead to resentment.
  • Often appears in classical literature describing scholars' frustration with unfulfilled ambitions.

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