slighted

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He also shared times that fun moments have gone sour, such as feeling slighted by a friend who profited from selling him a boat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Leaving a group trip where someone feels financially slighted can lead to conflict when you get back home.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

"I imagine that India's leaders will feel slighted and insulted, which will further strain US-India relations," Mr Haas told the BBC.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2025

“That was a father. I can’t sit here and be angry or feel slighted by LeBron James in any way in that regard.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2025

“Why didn’t you call me?” said Julian, perplexed and perhaps a little slighted, when Charles finished his story.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt