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Definition of begrudger

begrudger

/bɪˈɡrʌdʒ.ɚ/
be · grudg · er
Adverb:begrudgingly
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Plural:begrudgers
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Adjective:begrudging
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begrudger Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Irish A person who envies or resents the success, good fortune, or possessions of others, and who seeks to criticize or belittle their achievements.

Example

"Despite the skepticism of every local begrudger, the young entrepreneur expanded her bakery into a thriving nationwide business."

2

A person who gives, allows, or concedes something only reluctantly or ungenerously.

Example

"He was a notorious begrudger of praise, rarely complimenting even his most dedicated employees."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in Hiberno-English (Irish English) to describe someone who is envious of and seeks to belittle the success or happiness of others.

• Rhymes for begrudger

• Nearby Words

begone
begonia
begrudge
begrudger
begrudging
begrudgingly
beguiling

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