grudging

Definition of grudging

Adjectives

of especially an attitude
"gave grudging consent"
"grudging acceptance of his opponent's victory"
Synonyms:
unwilling
not disposed or inclined toward
petty or reluctant in giving or spending
Synonyms:
niggardly, scrimy
stingy, ungenerous
unwilling to spend

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