rankles
The word “rankles” has 2 syllables: ran-kles.
It's pronounced as /ˈræŋ.kəlz/.
What is synonym and antonym for rankles?
In the thesaurus, “rankles” has 12 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for rankles along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for rankles
- angers
- annoys
- boils
- burns
- enrages
- fumes
- infuriates
- irritates
- rages
- seethes
- steams
- storms
Antonyms for rankles
- delights
- gratifies
- pleases
- relieves
- soothes
Meanings of rankles
- verb
- To cause irritation or deep bitterness.
- To fester.
Example Sentences
- The unfair criticism of her work rankles every time she thinks about it.
- His constant bragging about his accomplishments really rankles his colleagues.
- The decision to cut funding for the program rankles many community members who relied on it.
- It rankles her that they did not consider her opinion during the planning process.
- The way he spoke to her rankles long after the conversation ended.
On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to rankles, such as: angers, annoys, boils, burns, delights, enrages, fumes.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.