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grudge Synonyms

Another word for grudge

Choosing another word for grudge depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A persistent feeling of ill will, resentment, or bitterness resulting from a past insult, injury, or grievance.

Usage Example

"She is not the type of person to hold a resentment over a minor misunderstanding."

Strongest
resentment
ill will
grievance
Strong
hard feelings
rancor
animosity
bitterness
spite
malice
enmity

• verb (Context 2)

To be persistently unwilling or reluctant to give, grant, or allow something.

Usage Example

"Even his harshest critics could not begrudge him the award after such a remarkable performance."

Strongest
begrudge
Strong
stint
withhold

• verb (Context 3)

To feel resentment or envy toward someone on account of their possessions, achievements, or good fortune.

Usage Example

"I certainly do not begrudge her the promotion, as she worked tirelessly for years to earn it."

Strongest
begrudge
resent
Strong
envy
covet

Opposites of grudge

The opposite of grudge shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

forgiveness
goodwill
celebrate
forgive
lavish
benevolence
bestow
amity
See all opposites of grudge

• Nearby Words

grubbiness
grubby
grubworm
grudge
grudging
grudgingly
gruel

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Grudge. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/grudge
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