grudge
0 antonyms and opposites of grudge, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A long-held feeling of resentment or ill will toward someone, usually because of a past wrong.
How to use grudge
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A variant of the older word grutch, from Old French grouchier meaning to grumble or murmur, likely imitative in origin.
Full origin of grudge →Frequently asked questions
What does “grudge” mean?
The word “grudge” means a long-held feeling of resentment or ill will toward someone, usually because of a past wrong. In plain terms, lingering resentment over something someone did to you in the past.
How do you pronounce “grudge”?
“Grudge” is pronounced gruhj (/ɡɹʌd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “grudge” in a sentence?
Here is “grudge” used in a sentence: “She still holds a grudge against her old business partner.”
What part of speech is “grudge”?
Depending on how it is used, “grudge” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “grudge” come from?
The word “grudge” comes from Old French. A variant of the older word grutch, from Old French grouchier meaning to grumble or murmur, likely imitative in origin.
Is “grudge” a common word?
“Grudge” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “grudge” have?
“Grudge” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long-held feeling of resentment or ill will toward someone, usually because of a past wrong.