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indignant definition

in·dig·nant (in dig′nənt)

adjective

feeling or expressing anger or scorn, esp. at unjust, mean, or ungrateful action or treatment

Etymology: L indignans, prp. of indignari, to consider as unworthy or improper, be displeased at < in-, not + dignari, to deem worthy < dignus, worthy: see dignity

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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