😒grudging

adjective
/ˈɡrʌdʒɪŋ/

Meaning

Reluctant or unwilling; given or allowed only with hesitation.

Example Sentences

She gave him a grudging smile after the argument.

Example Expressions

grudging acceptance

Synonyms

reluctant, unwilling, hesitant, resistant, halfhearted

Antonyms

willing, eager, enthusiastic

Collocations

grudging acceptance, grudging acknowledgment, grudging smile, grudging respect

Related Vocabularies

never changing; constant; always the same
Lasting only for a short time; temporary.
of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else
stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so
worn or faded from being displayed in a shop; no longer fresh or original
Successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective.

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