Simple meaning
What does Grudge mean?
A grudge is anger you hold onto.
Dictionary definition
A grudge is a lasting feeling of anger toward someone because of something that happened.
Example sentences
Grudge in a sentence
easy
In class, we learned what grudge means.
medium
The story used grudge to show how characters handled conflict.
hard
Using grudge in my writing helped explain social tension and resolution more clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Grudge
resentmentRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
bitternessRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
hard feelingsRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
supportiveHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
kindHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Grudge word family
Base word
grudge
noun
grudge
Base form.
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What does grudge mean?
GRUDGE means a grudge is anger you hold onto.
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