I . n.
1.
Resentment ( slight ), grudge, umbrage, offence, wounded pride, stinging vexation, displeasure, irritation, spite.
2.
Point, nicety, punctilio.
II . v. a.
1.
Stimulate, incite, urge, instigate, spur, goad, set on, stir up.
2.
Offend, displease, affront, provoke, incense, irritate, chafe, nettle, vex, fret, sting, wound, give offence to, give umbrage to, pain.