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Definition of begrudging

begrudging

/bɪˈɡrʌdʒ.ɪŋ/
be · grudg · ing
Adverb:begrudgingly
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begrudging Lexical Profile

begrudging Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Given, granted, or performed with reluctance, resentment, or a lack of generosity.

Example

"After reviewing the indisputable data, the critic offered a begrudging acknowledgment that the new policy had succeeded."

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• Rhymes for begrudging

• Nearby Words

begonia
begrudge
begrudger
begrudging
begrudgingly
beguiling
beguilingly

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 14th century from the prefix 'be-' and the Middle English verb 'grucchen' (to murmur, complain, or feel resentment), which was borrowed from Old French 'grocier'.

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