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
    1. To cause irritation or deep bitterness.
    2. 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.

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