Basic Details
Word: Begrudge
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To resent someone for having something or to feel envious of someone elses good fortune.
Synonyms: Resent, envy, begrudge
Antonyms: Appreciate, welcome, praise
Idioms and Phrases
- To begrudge someone's success: To feel resentful or envious of someone elses achievements. Example: "She never begrudged her friends promotion, always cheering her on."
- Not to begrudge the little things: To be generous or not feel resentment over minor matters. Example: "He doesnt begrudge the small expenses when it comes to helping his family."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It's important not to begrudge others their happiness; instead, we should strive to celebrate their successes.
Example 2: Although he worked hard, he always seemed to begrudge his colleagues quick rise to the top.
Example 3: She did not begrudge the time spent volunteering, as it brought her immense joy to help others.
Fun Fact
The word "begrudge" comes from the Middle English word *bigruden*, which means 'to give up grudgingly'. It suggests a feeling of annoyance or resentment layered with envy, tracing back to the Old English roots of the word.
Famous Quote
"There is no better way to uplift your own spirits than to not begrudge others success." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "begrudge" mean?
a) To celebrate someones success
b) To resent or envy someone
c) To help someone in need
d) To ignore someone
Answer: b) To resent or envy someone
2. Which of these is a synonym of "begrudge"?
a) Praise
b) Welcomer
c) Resent
d) Enjoy
Answer: c) Resent
3. Which sentence uses "begrudge" correctly?
a) She was happy and did not begrudge her friends new car.
b) He begrudges the beautiful weather and stays indoors.
c) They begrudge the effort put into their project.
d) She begrudges her siblings' success secretly.
Answer: d) She begrudges her siblings' success secretly.
4. Which idiom best relates to "begrudge someone's success"?
a) A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
b) Not to begrudge the little things
c) To make hay while the sun shines
d) A fish out of water
Answer: b) Not to begrudge the little things
5. What is the opposite of "begrudge"?
a) Dislike
b) Appreciate
c) Resent
d) Envy
Answer: b) Appreciate
