complaining

[kəmˈpleɪnɪŋ]

complaining Definition

expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.

Using complaining: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "complaining" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She is always complaining about her job.

• Example

  He was complaining that the food was cold.

• Example

  Stop complaining and do something about it.

• Example

  I'm not complaining, just stating a fact.

complaining Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for complaining

• grumbling
• whining
• moaning
• protesting
• griping

Antonyms for complaining

• praising
• complimenting

Idioms Using complaining

• no use complaining

  there is no point in expressing dissatisfaction because it will not change the situation

  Example

  No use complaining about the weather; we can't do anything to change it.

• stop complaining and start living

  stop focusing on negative aspects of life and start enjoying it

  Example

  Instead of complaining about your job, try to find ways to make it more enjoyable. Stop complaining and start living!

• the squeaky wheel gets the grease

  people who complain the most are the ones who get attention or action

  Example

  If you want your boss to address your concerns, you need to be the squeaky wheel. The squeaky wheel gets the grease.

Phrases with complaining

• complaining of

  reporting or describing symptoms of an illness or medical condition

  Example

  He was complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath.

• complaining party

  the person or group who initiates a legal complaint or lawsuit

  Example

  The complaining party alleged that the defendant had breached the contract.

• complaining witness

  a person who testifies in court about a crime or offense that they have witnessed or experienced

  Example

  The complaining witness identified the defendant as the person who had stolen their car.

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Summary: complaining in Brief

'Complaining' [kəmˈpleɪnɪŋ] refers to expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something. It can range from everyday gripes to legal complaints, as in 'The complaining party alleged that the defendant had breached the contract.' Common idioms include 'no use complaining,' meaning there's no point in expressing dissatisfaction, and 'the squeaky wheel gets the grease,' meaning those who complain the most get attention or action.