Sour Grapes

B1 8+

Synonyms of sour grapes

Antonyms of sour grapes

Collocations of sour grapes

jealousy
Frequency: 70 %

Her constant jealousy towards her coworker was obvious to everyone.

bitterness
Frequency: 60 %

His bitterness towards his former boss was affecting his ability to move on.

resentment
Frequency: 50 %

She was resentful of her sister's success and it showed in her attitude.

disappointment
Frequency: 45 %

He was disappointed in not getting the promotion, but he tried to hide it.

envy
Frequency: 40 %

She couldn't hide her envious feelings towards her friend's new car.

Idiomatic Expressions for sour grapes

  • Phrase: grapes are sour
    Meaning: to pretend to despise what one cannot obtain
    Usage: She claimed she didn't want the scholarship, but it was clear that grapes are sour.