Grudge

Synonyms of grudge

• bitterness
• animosity
• resentment

Antonyms of grudge

• kindness
• forgiveness
• generosity

Collocations of grudge

hold a grudge

Frequency: 80 %

She tends to hold a grudge against people who have wronged her.

harbor a grudge

Frequency: 70 %

It's not healthy to harbor a grudge for so long.

nurse a grudge

Frequency: 65 %

He has been nursing a grudge against his former boss for years.

bear a grudge

Frequency: 60 %

He continues to bear a grudge against his childhood friend for betraying him.

Idiomatic Expressions for grudge

• Phrase: bear a grudge
  Meaning: to continue to feel resentment or anger towards someone for a past wrong
  Usage: She bears a grudge against her former friend for betraying her trust.