grudge grudge /ˈgrʌdʒ/

noun

1. () A resentment strong enough to justify retaliation  ( score , grievance , grudge )
   a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation
    Holding a grudge
   holding a grudge
    Settling a score
   settling a score
   

verb

1. Accept or admit unwillingly  ( grudge )
   accept or admit unwillingly
   
2. Bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings  ( grudge , stew [Informal] )
   bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings