begrudge
0 antonyms and opposites of begrudge, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To resent someone having or receiving something, or to give something reluctantly.
How to use begrudge
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English bigrucchen, meaning "to grumble at" — built from be- plus an old word related to "grudge."
Full origin of begrudge →Frequently asked questions
What does “begrudge” mean?
The word “begrudge” means to resent someone having or receiving something, or to give something reluctantly. In plain terms, to feel resentful about something someone else has, or to do something unwillingly.
How do you pronounce “begrudge”?
“Begrudge” is pronounced bih-GRUHJ (/bɪˈɡɹʌd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “begrudge” in a sentence?
Here is “begrudge” used in a sentence: “I don't begrudge her the promotion — she earned it.”
What part of speech is “begrudge”?
“Begrudge” is a verb.
Where does the word “begrudge” come from?
The word “begrudge” comes from Middle English. From Middle English bigrucchen, meaning "to grumble at" — built from be- plus an old word related to "grudge.".