ungrudging
/'ʌn'grʌʤiɳ/
Definition
Adjective: 1. Given or done freely and willingly, without reluctance or resentment: Describes an action, gift, or feeling offered with a generous and willing spirit, without any sense of bitterness or envy. 2. Not begrudging; not feeling or showing envy or ill-will: Characterizes an attitude that is free from jealousy or hidden resentment.
Usage
The adjective "ungrudging" is used to describe a positive, generous quality in a person's actions or feelings. It is often placed before a noun (e.g., ungrudging support) or used after a linking verb (e.g., Her praise was ungrudging). It emphasizes the complete absence of a negative feeling (reluctance, envy) in a positive action.
Examples
- The retiring manager received ungrudging praise from his entire team for his years of service.
- She gave her ungrudging consent to the plan, even though it meant more work for her.
- His ungrudging admiration for his competitor's skill was evident to everyone.
- They offered their ungrudging help to the new neighbors.
Advanced Usage
- "Ungrudgingly" (Adverb): The adverbial form describes how an action is performed.
- He ungrudgingly shared the credit for the discovery with his junior colleagues.
- The term is often used in contexts involving praise, support, help, or admiration to highlight the purity and generosity of the sentiment.
Variants and Related Words
- Ungrudgingly (adv.): In a willing and generous manner, without reluctance.
- Grudging (adj.): Given or done reluctantly or resentfully. (This is the direct antonym of "ungrudging".)
Synonyms
- Willing
- Unstinting
- Wholehearted
- Generous
- Unreserved
Antonyms
- Grudging
- Reluctant
- Resentful
- Envious
- Stingy
Adjective
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without envy or reluctance
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ungrudging admiration
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