Indignate

Meaning

Indignate (verb, archaic) – to make indignant; to arouse anger or resentment in someone due to perceived unfairness or injustice.

While rarely used in modern English, it is derived from the Latin indignatus, the past participle of indignari ("to be angry at").

Pronunciation

/ɪnˈdɪɡ.neɪt/

Synonyms

• Incense
• Infuriate
• Outrage
• Provoke
• Irritate

Example Sentences

1. The unjust verdict indignated the entire community.
2. His dismissive tone was enough to indignate even the most patient listeners.
3. She felt deeply indignated by the false accusations.

Usage Note

"Indignate" is considered archaic or extremely rare in contemporary English. Most native speakers would use "outrage," "anger," or "incense" instead. You may encounter it in older literature or poetic contexts.