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Begrudged

Definition:

(Verb) - To envy or resent the possession, enjoyment, or accomplishment of someone else, typically due to a perception of unfairness or lack of one's own success.

(Adjective) - Feeling or showing envy or resentment towards someone or something.

Examples:

As a Verb:

• She begrudged her colleague's promotion and wished she had received it instead.
• The competitive athlete begrudged her opponent's victory, feeling it should have been her own.

As an Adjective:

• The begrudged student couldn't help but feel jealous of his classmates' success.
• Despite her begrudged attitude, she congratulated her friend on winning the award.

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