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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Indignation \In`dig*na"tion\, n. [F. indignation, L. indignatio. See {Indign}.] 1. The feeling excited by that which is unworthy, base, or disgraceful; anger mingled with contempt, disgust, or abhorrence. --Shak. Indignation expresses a strong and elevated disapprobation of mind, which is also inspired by something flagitious in the conduct of another. --Cogan. When Haman saw Mordecai in the king's gate, that he stood not up nor moved for him he was full of indignation against Mordecai. --Esther v. 9. 2. The effect of anger; punishment. --Shak. Hide thyself . . . until the indignation be overpast. --Is. xxvi. 20. Syn: Anger; ire wrath; fury; rage. See {Anger}. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: indignation n : a feeling of righteous anger [syn: {outrage}]
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