complaining

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpleɪn.ɪŋ/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
  2. verb make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge
  3. adjective expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment

Synonyms

complain, kick, plain, sound off, quetch, kvetch

Semantic network

Narrower (hyponyms)
bleat, gripe, nag, protest, report, grouch
Opposite (antonyms)
cheer

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