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Meaning of complaining
The primary meaning of "complaining" according to Oxford Languages is expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.
Etymology of complaining
The word "complaining" originates from the Old French word "complaindre," which is derived from the Latin words "com-" (meaning "together") and "plangere" (meaning "to lament" or "to mourn")
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of expressing grief, sorrow, or dissatisfaction, and has evolved to encompass a broader range of emotions and expressions
Synonyms
grumbling
protesting
lamenting
criticizing
whining
murmuring
carping
fretting
grouching
bellyaching
growling
snarling
nagging
scolding
reproaching
disparaging
deploring
bemoaning
bewailing
lamenting
kvetching
faulting
censuring
reprehending
objurgating
expostulating
remonstrating
reproving
chiding
scolding
upbraiding
castigating
Definitions
- The act of expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something
- * A statement or expression of dissatisfaction or annoyance
Usage Examples
- The customer was complaining about the poor service at the restaurant
- * She spent the entire evening complaining about her job
- * The neighbors were complaining about the noise from the party
Antonyms
praising
complimenting
applauding
cheering
congratulating
thanking
appreciating
admiring
extolling
lauding
eulogizing
glorifying
magnifying
commending
approving
endorsing
sanctioning
authorizing
permitting
allowing
tolerating
accepting
welcoming