Pronunciation: [nˌɒt bˈʌd͡ʒd] (IPA) 
"Not budged" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription of /nɑt bʌdʒd/. The word "not" is pronounced with a long "o" sound and the "t" is pronounced at the end. "Budged" is pronounced with a short "u" sound followed by a hard "g" sound and the "ed" is pronounced at the end. This phrase means that something has not moved or changed from its original position, indicating that there has been no progress or change in a situation.
Not budged is an idiomatic expression that refers to a state or situation where there has been no movement or change in someone's position, decision, or standpoint despite various influences, pressure, or attempts to persuade or sway them. It entails a persistent and unwavering attitude or stance, suggesting a firm resistance to any form of alteration or modification.
When someone is described as not budged, it indicates their refusal to be swayed, convinced, or altered in their beliefs, opinions, or course of action. This term often implies a degree of stubbornness, determination, or resilience on the individual's part, as they remain unyielding and resolute in the face of external factors or arguments.
In a literal sense, not budged can also refer to physical immobility or the absence of movement. For instance, if an object or person has not budged from a particular spot, it indicates that they have not shifted or changed position since they were originally placed or last observed.
Overall, not budged denotes a state of fixedness, steadfastness, or immovability, whether it pertains to someone's mindset, decision, or physical position. It suggests that the individual remains unchanged and unwavering, resisting any attempts to alter their perspective or move them from their current position.
The word "not budged" does not have a specific etymology, as it consists of two separate words.
"Not" is a negating adverb that originated from Middle English "not", which was derived from Old English "naht" meaning "nothing". It has been used in English since the 14th century.
"Budged" is the past tense of the verb "budge" and it means to move slightly or change position. The word "budge" originated from Middle English "buggen" or "boggen", which meant "to move", and can be traced back to Old French "bouger" meaning "to stir".
When these two words are combined, "not budged" simply means that something has not moved or changed position in any way.
