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- [gruhj-ing]
- /ˈgrʌdʒ ɪŋ/
- /ˈɡrʌdʒ.ɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [gruhj-ing]
- /ˈgrʌdʒ ɪŋ/
Definitions of grudgingly word
- adjective grudgingly displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness: grudging acceptance of the victory of an opponent. 1
- noun grudgingly In a manner expressing resentment or lack of desire. 1
- adverb grudgingly reluctantly 1
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Origin of grudgingly
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425; late Middle English. See grudge, -ing2
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Parts of speech for Grudgingly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
grudgingly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for grudgingly
adv grudgingly
- warily — in a wary manner.
- hesitantly — hesitating; undecided, doubtful, or disinclined.
- cautiously — showing, using, or characterized by caution: a cautious man; To be cautious is often to show wisdom.
- unwillingly — not willing; reluctant; loath; averse: an unwilling partner in the crime.
- carefully — cautious in one's actions: Be careful when you cross the street.
adverb grudgingly
- reluctantly — unwilling; disinclined: a reluctant candidate.
- diffidently — lacking confidence in one's own ability, worth, or fitness; timid; shy.
- complainingly — In a complaining manner; peevishly.
- ungenerous — stingy; niggardly; miserly: an ungenerous portion; an ungenerous employer.
- stingily — reluctant to give or spend; not generous; niggardly; penurious: He's a stingy old miser.
Antonyms for grudgingly
adverb grudgingly
- willingly — disposed or consenting; inclined: willing to go along.
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