What does grudging mean?
Grudging means Unwilling or with reluctance..
Grudging
/ˈɡɹʌ.dʒɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
Unwilling or with reluctance..
Definitions by Sense
- Unwilling or with reluctance.
- present participle and gerund of grudge
- The state of bearing a grudge.
Example Sentences
her grudging acceptance that her rival deserved the award
A terse account, with no further explanation or detail, an indication perhaps of a grudging heart behind the offering.
Fretfulness and discontent expose us to the just judgment of God; and we bring more calamities upon ourselves, by our murmuring, distrustful, envious groans and grudgings against one another, than we are aware of […]
Synonyms for grudging
Antonyms for grudging
Related Words
Word Forms
- more grudging
- most grudging
- grudgings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for grudging?
Common synonyms include envious, unwilling, stingy, meanspirited.
What is the opposite of grudging?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use grudging in a sentence?
her grudging acceptance that her rival deserved the award
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