aggrieved
UK: əˈɡriːvd | US: əˈɡrivd
adj. feeling resentment or injustice due to unfair treatment
adj. (legal) wronged or harmed by a breach of rights
The word "aggrieved" originates from the Old French verb "grever" (to burden or harm), derived from Latin "gravare" (to weigh down). The prefix "ag-" (a variant of "ad-") intensifies the sense of being wronged. Over time, "aggrieved" evolved to describe emotional or legal distress caused by perceived injustice, retaining the core idea of a "heavy" burden.
She felt aggrieved after being overlooked for the promotion.
The tenants filed a complaint, claiming they were aggrieved by the landlord's actions.
His aggrieved tone revealed deep disappointment.
The court ruled in favor of the aggrieved party.
An aggrieved silence followed the unfair decision.