Basic Details
Word: Begrudgingly
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: Reluctantly or unwillingly; doing something with a bad attitude.
Synonyms: Reluctantly, discontentedly
Antonyms: Willingly, gladly
Idioms and Phrases
- Begrudgingly taking a back seat: To reluctantly accept a lesser role or a more submissive position. Example: "He was begrudgingly taking a back seat while his friend led the project."
- Give with a grudging heart: To provide something with reluctance, usually implying a lack of joy in giving. Example: "She gave her approval with a grudging heart, feeling her friend didn't deserve it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The student begrudgingly accepted that he had to complete his homework on a sunny day.
Example 2: She begrudgingly agreed to share her toys, even though she didn't want to.
Example 3: He gave the team a begrudging compliment for their hard work, though he felt they could improve.
Fun Fact
The word "begrudge" comes from the Old English "begrudgen," which means to hold a grudge against someone. It shows that the feeling of reluctance or envy has been around for centuries!
Famous Quote
"You can give without loving, but you cannot love without giving." Amy Carmichael
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "begrudgingly" mean?
a) Happily
b) Reluctantly
c) Eagerly
d) Confidently
Answer: b) Reluctantly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "begrudgingly"?
a) Cheerfully
b) Willingly
c) Discontentedly
d) Gratefully
Answer: c) Discontentedly
3. Which sentence uses "begrudgingly" correctly?
a) She was begrudgingly happy after winning the award.
b) He begrudgingly completed his chores, despite wanting to play outside.
c) He begrudgingly danced at the celebration.
d) They begrudgingly accepted the invitation to the free concert.
Answer: b) He begrudgingly completed his chores, despite wanting to play outside.
4. Which idiom means the same as "begrudgingly"?
a) Taking the bull by the horns
b) Sticking to one's guns
c) Giving with a grudging heart
d) Finding one's feet
Answer: c) Giving with a grudging heart
5. What is the opposite of "begrudgingly"?
a) Reluctantly
b) Willingly
c) Grudgingly
d) Unhappily
Answer: b) Willingly
