begrudge - SAT Word

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begrudge 
  ( SAT Prep - Sample Word )
This word "begrudge" often comes up in the SAT. Of the choices below which is the closest in meaning?
dearth
envy
infant
wealth




Detailed description and alternate definitions of the word 'begrudge':
  To envy the possession or enjoyment of.
  To give or expend with reluctance.

Synonyms of word 'begrudge' :
 envy
 resent

Antonym of word 'begrudge' :
  wish well
  wish

Usage of the word 'begrudge' in Sentences :
  Even today, large numbers of Indian women in rural areas give birth at home. UNICEF, the United NationsÆ’?? child-focused arm, says more than half of baby deliveries in India happen without a doctor, nurse or midwife to help.
  begrudge the time spent in this way.
  begrudge what they might give you, however big the portion.
  begrudge paying for something they do not want?
  begrudge anyone - far from it, just you ask Vera Snodging.
  begrudge people who rip where they did not sow.
  begrudge spending the money, I just don't think I'm getting any value for it.
  We do not begrudge the three mile road to the highway.
  begrudge every minute?
  Anyway, you can hardly begrudge this when you consider the value for money that this package provides.

Usage of the word 'begrudge' in popular media :
Washington Post   —
  and tho they're not particularly likeable you can't really begrudge them..... read more ››

Wall Street Journal   —
  but if this is so, how can i talk so enthusiastically about a tea cup and then begrudge everyone else owning one too?.... read more ››




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