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Meaning of carp
The primary meaning of the word "carp" is to complain or criticize in a petty or annoying way.
Etymology of carp
The word "carp" has its roots in the Old French word "carper," which means to find fault or criticize
It is also related to the Old English word "carpian," which means to work or shape with the hands
Historically, the word "carp" has been used to describe the act of finding fault or criticizing, often in a petty or annoying way
Synonyms
nag
complain
grumble
grouse
moan
whine
criticize
censure
scold
rebuke
admonish
reprove
reproach
chide
upbraid
berate
rail
fulminate
inveigh
find fault
cavil
quibble
carp at
pick at
nitpick
pettifog
harp on
harp at
nag at
grumble at
complain about
grouse about
moan about
whine about
criticize harshly
censure severely
scold harshly
rebuke strongly
admonish sternly
reprove sharply
reproach bitterly
chide severely
upbraid harshly
berate angrily
rail against
fulminate against
inveigh against
Definitions
- To complain or criticize in a petty or annoying way
- * To find fault or criticize severely
- * To raise petty objections or quibbles
Usage Examples
- She carped at her husband for leaving the dishes in the sink
- * He carped about the noise level at the concert
- * The teacher carped at the students for not paying attention
- * The politician carped at the opposition for their policies
Antonyms
praise
commend
approve
endorse
support
encourage
compliment
laud
extol
eulogize
applaud
cheer
acclaim
honor
admire
appreciate
value
respect
esteem
flatter
fawn
butter up
mollify
soothe
pacify
placate
appease
conciliate
propitiate
calm
quiet
still
gentle
mild
soft
lenient
tolerant
patient
forbearing
long-suffering