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    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.

    Etymology

    Middle English, of uncertain origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    not budge an inch:
    To refuse to change one's position.
    budge up:
    To move over to make space.

    Related Words

    shift
    To move or change position.
    move
    To change place or position.
    change
    To make or become different.

    Slang Meanings

    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.