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A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury
“I wanted nothing more to do with her and carried a grudge for years.”
An expression (or feeling) of protest or grievance
“His grudge was that Antonio had insulted him and his entire sacred race.”
A feud or disagreement between two or more parties
The state or feeling of being jealous
A grievance or grudge
To feel resentful, especially that (someone) has achieved (something)
“We should not grudge those who, by their luck or a little palm-greasing, are able to hold down two full-time jobs at the same time.”
To resent or envy the success or possessions of
“I can hardly grudge his high income, knowing how much he has to pay in taxes.”
To give (something) resentfully, unwillingly or sparingly
“There are poor people and sick people about here who will tell you that they have never known your brother grudge his time to them.”
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