Synonyms of complain

complain

verb

kəm-ˈplān 

as in to scream

to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely

the time-honored tradition of new recruits complaining about the food in the mess hall

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scream
• whine
• moan
• grumble
• mutter
• worry
• bitch
• cry
• growl
• squeal
• whimper
• gripe
• kick
• nag
• whinge
• murmur
• squawk
• inveigh
• holler
• repine
• wail
• grouse
• keen
• kvetch
• bleat
• bellyache
• protest
• beef
• fuss
• yammer
• kick up a fuss
• caterwaul
• carp
• grouch
• grizzle
• croak
• grump
• crab
• yowl
• object (to)
• sob
• quarrel (with)
• maunder
• yawp
• quibble
• cavil
• lament
• fret
• bemoan
• bewail
• deplore
• stew
• blubber

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rejoice
• delight
• accept
• tolerate
• take
• endure
• bear
• applaud
• commend
• crow
• cheer
• countenance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of complain

While there’s seemingly no shortage of players and other team employees willing to complain publicly about day-to-day decision-making within the league, Engelbert’s overall job security remains too hot for most to handle. — Annie Costabile, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Russian entrepreneurs who use Wildberries for distribution have used social media to complain about the strikes and the devastating impact on their businesses. — Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 23 July 2026

In 2024, some players complained about a McDonald's ad appearing on a screen for selecting games. — Jordan Novet,annie Palmer, CNBC, 23 July 2026

But they’ve been targeted by the administration, so the SNGA takes time to complain about them as well. — ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026