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grumble

[ˈɡrʌmbəl]

grumble Definition

  • 1to complain or protest about something in a bad-tempered but typically muted way
  • 2to make a low, rumbling sound

Using grumble: Examples

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

  • Example

    He grumbled about the poor service at the restaurant.

  • Example

    The old car grumbled up the hill.

  • Example

    She grumbled to herself as she cleaned up the mess.

  • Example

    The workers grumbled about the new rules.

grumble Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grumble

Antonyms for grumble

Phrases with grumble

  • to endure a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining

    Example

    I know it's tough, but you'll just have to grumble and bear it until things get better.

  • to complain about someone or something

    Example

    He's always grumbling at his wife about something or other.

  • to complain quietly so that others cannot hear

    Example

    She grumbled under her breath about the long line at the store.

Origins of grumble

from Middle English 'grumblen', meaning 'to mutter'

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Summary: grumble in Brief

To 'grumble' [ˈɡrʌmbəl] is to complain or protest about something in a bad-tempered but typically muted way. It can also mean to make a low, rumbling sound. Examples include 'He grumbled about the poor service at the restaurant.' and 'The old car grumbled up the hill.' Phrases like 'grumble and bear it' denote enduring a difficult situation without complaining, while 'grumble at' means to complain about someone or something.