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complained

VERB

grumble about

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accuse criticize denounce disagree fret gripe grumble lament moan object oppose protest

STRONG

ascribe attack beef bellyache bemoan bewail bitch carp cavil charge contravene defy demur deplore deprecate differ disapprove dissent expostulate fuss gainsay grieve groan grouse growl impute indict lay nag refute remonstrate repine reproach snivel wail whimper whine yammer

WEAK

find fault kick up a fuss look askance make a fuss sound off take exception to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accept agree aid approve compliment concur consent help laud please praise soothe

STRONG

assent be happy defend delight endorse exonerate give in gloat go along protect ratify retreat sanction support surrender

WEAK

applaud be content commend recommend

Example Sentences

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According to a press release from Sherrill's office, detainees have complained of undrinkable water, a lack of medical attention, and the spread of the flu and Covid-19 within the facility.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The Italian complained of dizziness and feeling lethargic before hitting a wall.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Just a few weeks earlier, he had complained to Torres about rising food prices.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

On the morning scheduled for the tree-removal work, the arborist called Adam and reported that Brian had complained about roots from the tree extending above ground onto his property.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

“Oh, can’t you make them do something about that smoke! Who uses their chimney in spring, honestly?” a squirrel complained to Seven.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega