Budge

/bʌdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A slight movement.

She felt a budge from the baby as it kicked inside her.

verb

To move slightly; to yield or give way.

Despite their arguments, she wouldn't budge an inch on her decision.

To change one's position or opinion.

He tried to persuade her to change her mind, but she refused to budge.

To shift or make way.

The large crowd didn't budge as the concert started, making it difficult to find a good spot.

Middle English, of uncertain origin.

not budge an inch

To refuse to change one's position.

budge up

To move over to make space.

shift

To move or change position.

move

To change place or position.

change

To make or become different.

To persuade or convince someone.

He finally budged when I offered him pizza.

To admit defeat or give in.

After a long debate, he decided to budge.