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Grudgingly

Verb / ˈgrʌdʒɪŋli: / / ˈgrʌdʒɪŋgli: / Another word for grudgingly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Grudgingly means to do something with reluctance or unwillingness.

Synonyms & similar words

ungrudgingly reluctantly unwillingly begrudgingly resentfully hesitantly grumpily sullenly morosely disgruntled unenthusiastically unwilling displeased disinclined grudging halfheartedly uncooperatively lackadaisically unwillingly

Example sentences

  1. He grudgingly admitted that he was wrong.
  2. She completed her chores grudgingly.
  3. The students grudgingly did their homework.
  4. He handed over the toy grudgingly.
  5. She gave a grudgingly polite smile.

Quotes

  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful grudgingly. - Albert Schweitzer
  • The best way to predict the future is to create it grudgingly. - Peter Drucker
  • Without passion, you don't have energy; without energy, you have nothing grudgingly. - Donald Trump

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