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grudge

/grʌdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does grudge mean?

noun

A feeling of hatred or resentment, often lasting a long time, towards someone who has done something wrong or unfair. A grudge is a long-standing grievance or resentment.

Example

"She held a grudge against her former boss for years after he fired her without warning."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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