Do Narcissist Hold Grudges?

Tendency to hold grudges

Covert narcissists tend to hold grudges for a long time. If they feel they are being treated unfairly, they may say nothing at the moment but wait to take revenge in some way. Along with a desire for revent, these grudges can lead to feelings of bitterness and resentment.

Why do narcissist hold grudges?

A tendency to hold grudges

When they believe someone's treated them unfairly, they might feel furious but say nothing in the moment. Instead, they're more likely to wait for an ideal opportunity to make the other person look bad or get revenge in some way. This revenge might be subtle or passive-aggressive.

What personality type hold grudges?

Perhaps the most sensitive of all the personality types, INFJs take it hard when someone they trust lets them down. They tend to hold on to anger longer than they should and are capable of holding a grudge even when the other person has apologized, repeatedly, for their wrongdoing.
Sophia Al-Mansoor

Sophia Al-Mansoor

Global Business & E-Commerce Reporter

Sophia analyzes international trade, startup ecosystems, retail transformation, and supply chain logistics for modern digital publications.

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