grudge | ||
1. | [ noun ] a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation | |
Synonyms: | grievance score | |
Examples: | "holding a grudge" "settling a score" |
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Related terms: | resentment stew | |
2. | [ verb ] bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings | |
Synonyms: | stew | |
Related terms: | resent | |
3. | [ verb ] accept or admit unwillingly | |
Related terms: | resent | |
Similar spelling: |
grudging |