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    grudging
    /ˈɡrʌdʒɪŋ/

    adjective

    • 1. given or allowed only reluctantly or resentfully: "a grudging apology"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishGRUDGING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Grudging means unwilling or reluctant to do or have something. Learn how to use this adjective in sentences and see synonyms, antonyms, and translations.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › grudgingGrudging Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Grudging, which developed from grudge, made its English debut in the 1530s, and has been used ever since to describe someone who is unwilling or reluctant (“a grudging supporter”) or something done or given reluctantly or sparingly (“grudging respect”).

  4. www.dictionary.com › browse › grudgingGRUDGING Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Grudging definition: displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness. See examples of GRUDGING used in a sentence.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishGRUDGE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of grudge as a noun and a verb, and see how to use it in sentences. Find out the difference between grudge and begrudge, and explore synonyms and related words.

  6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › grudgingGrudging - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Definitions of grudging. adjective. petty or reluctant in giving or spending. synonyms: niggardly, scrimy. stingy, ungenerous. unwilling to spend. adjective. unwilling or reluctant, of especially an attitude. “gave grudging consent” “ grudging acceptance of his opponent's victory” synonyms: unwilling. not disposed or inclined toward.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishGRUDGING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of 'grudging', an adjective that describes a feeling or action that is very unwilling. See synonyms, pronunciation, examples and related words of 'grudging'.

  8. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › grudgeGrudge Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning of grudge as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. A grudge is a feeling of deep-seated resentment or ill will toward someone for a real or imagined wrong.