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grudging Synonyms

Another word for grudging

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• adjective (Context 1)

Given, granted, or allowed only reluctantly or resentfully.

Usage Example

"Despite their long rivalry, the critic offered a begrudging respect for the director's ambitious new film."

Strongest
begrudging
reluctant
unwilling
Strong
resentful
halfhearted
forced
hesitant
disinclined

Opposites of grudging

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

ungrudging
wholehearted
willing
enthusiastic
eager
generous
unstinting
hearty
See all opposites of grudging

• Nearby Words

grubby
grubworm
grudge
grudging
grudgingly
gruel
grueling

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