rankling

Pronunciation:  US [ˈræŋk(ə)l] UK ['ræŋk(ə)l]
  • v.Redness; (a resentment, disappointment, etc) makes the heartache; anger; the resentment
  • WebFester; rankle; fester
  • The indiscretion..remained to rankle.
    Source: E. Taylor
  • His nickname, as the Lady.., rankled.
    Source: A. N. Wilson