PoliticsAugust 17, 2026

indignation

in-dig-NAY-shun

Definition

Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair, unjust, or offensive treatment.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'indignatio,' meaning 'disdain' or 'scorn,' which itself comes from 'indignus,' meaning 'unworthy' or 'undeserving.'

In the news

The word describes the public reaction to the president handing out branded soccer balls to disaster victims, highlighting how his actions were viewed as opportunistic and insensitive.

Colombia’s De la Espriella Hands Out Soccer Balls With Party’s Logo to Earthquake Victims

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Orinoco Tribune

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