Sekirov Dictionary

grudge

/ɡɹʌd͡ʒ/

verb 3
noun 1
forms 3
phrases 1

verb3

•
To be unwilling to give or allow (someone something).
- If we of the central land were to grudge you what is beneficial, and not to compassionate your wants, then wherewithal could you foreigners manage to exist? — 1841
•
(no longer used) To hold or harbour with malicious disposition or purpose; to cherish enviously.
- Perish they / That grudge one thought against your majesty! — 1591
•
(no longer used) To grumble, complain; to be dissatisfied.
- And the pharises, and scribes grudged sainge: He receaveth to his company synners [...]. — 1526

noun1

•
Deep-seated and/or long-term animosity or ill will about something or someone, especially due to perceived mistreatment.
- Bag. And if I do not my good Lord damme me for it I haue an old grudge at him cole black curre, — 1607

forms

grudged · grudging · grudges

Phrases with grudge

hold a grudge
To stay angry (at someone or something).

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