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Definition of begrudge

begrudge

/bɪˈɡrʌdʒ/
be · grudge
Adverb:begrudgingly
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Adjective:begrudging
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Past Simple:begrudged
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Past Participle:begrudged
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Present Participle:begrudging
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begrudge Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To envy someone the possession or enjoyment of something, or to feel dissatisfied that they have it.

Example

"After all her years of tireless work, nobody could begrudge her the promotion."

2

To give, grant, or allow something reluctantly or with displeasure.

Example

"He is so frugal that he seems to begrudge every dollar spent on household repairs."

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• Rhymes for begrudge

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English from the intensive prefix 'be-' and the verb 'grudge', which derives from Old French 'grocier' meaning to grumble or murmur.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Begrudge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/begrudge
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