- Today's Word
Indignation
in-dig-NAY-shun
Definition
- (Noun) Strong anger or annoyance at something perceived as unfair or unjust.
Example
Her indignation grew when she realized she was being paid less than her colleagues for the same work.
Fun Fact
Indignation isn’t just any kind of anger—it’s a moral response to perceived injustice. Many of history’s greatest movements, from civil rights to labor protests, have been fueled by collective indignation, proving that sometimes, outrage sparks change.
(noun) A burden, duty, or responsibility—especially one that is difficult or unwelcome.
The onus of proving the theory fell on the scientists who proposed it.
From Latin onus, meaning “load” or “burden.”