Synonyms of complain

complain

verb

kəm-ˈplān 

as in to whine

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

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Examples of complain in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Several residents also complained to the HOA specifically about Thompson, the lawsuit notes. —Lucille Sherman, Axios, 15 Oct. 2024

This is my answer to that and wanting to not just complain and point fingers, but do something to change it and impact it and change the conversation. —Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 15 Oct. 2024

Climate & Environment Some forms of air pollution may prolong postpartum depression, researchers say Oct. 5, 2024 Residents and environmental groups have complained the permitting process has moved ahead with little to no public involvement and insufficient environmental reviews. —Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2024

Opponents of the technology, including the American Civil Liberties Union, complain that the technology and its database have few or no restrictions to protect privacy rights. —Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2024