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Meaning of grudging in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɡrədʒɪŋ/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    grudging

    Definitions

    1. of especially an attitude

    Examples

    • « gave grudging consent »
    • « grudging acceptance of his opponent's victory »

    Synonyms

    • unwilling
  2. 2. reluctant to give or share

    Examples

    • « grudging in her praise »

    Synonyms

    • ungenerous
    • meanspirited
  3. 3. petty in giving or spending

    Examples

    • « a niggardly tip »

    Synonyms

    • stingy
    • ungenerous

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