encanker

/ɛnˈkæŋkər/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause a feeling of anger or resentment in someone

“Her harsh words encanked her brother, causing him to storm out of the room.”

2. noun

a grudge or grievance, especially a long-standing one

“The old friends’ relationship was strained by years of unresolved encankers.”

Synonyms

  • grievance
  • gripe

Antonyms

  • amends
  • reconciliation