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Begrudge - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

To begrudge means to resent or envy someone for having something, or to give reluctantly. For example, one might begrudge a friend’s success or begrudge paying a high price.

begrudge

/bɪˈɡrʌdʒ/ /bɪˈɡrʌdʒ/

Definition:

To envy or resent someone’s possession or enjoyment of something.

Synonyms:

resent, envy, grudge, covet

Part of Speech:

verb

Antonyms:

appreciate, celebrate

Common Collocations:

begrudge success, begrudge time, begrudge money, begrudge effort

Derivatives:

begrudgingly, begrudger

Usage Tips:

Use "begrudge" to express reluctant resentment, often toward someone’s advantage or happiness.

Common Phrases:

don’t begrudge someone something, begrudge every penny, hard to begrudge

Etymology:

From Old English "be-" (thoroughly) + "grutch" (complain), influenced by French "groucher."

Examples:

  • 1. She didn’t begrudge her friend’s promotion but felt a little jealous.
  • 2. He couldn’t begrudge the time spent helping his family.
  • 3. They begrudged him his success despite his hard work.
  • 4. Don’t begrudge others their happiness—focus on your own journey.

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