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complaints

NOUN

statement of disagreement, discontent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accusation charge criticism grievance gripe objection protest trouble

STRONG

CC annoyance beef cavil clamor dissatisfaction expostulation grouse grumble guff jeremiad kick lament moan plaint protestation rap remonstrance remonstration representation reproach rumble squawk stink wail whine

WEAK

fault-finding

Antonyms

STRONGEST

acceptance approval compliment exculpation flattery praise

STRONG

happiness pleasure silence

WEAK

applause commendation contentedness health recommendation sanction

NOUN

illness, affliction

Synonyms

STRONG

affection ailment condition disease disorder ill indisposition infirmity malady sickness syndrome upset

Antonyms

STRONG

good health happiness health

WEAK

applause approval commendation contentedness praise recommendation sanction

Example Sentences

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It said it had robust procedures to investigate complaints and take action based on the available evidence, but it would be inappropriate to comment on the outcome of an individual and anonymous case.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The long-delayed game has been the subject of online complaints for years.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

The threatened walkouts come after the union filed two labor practice complaints with the state’s Public Employment Relations Board.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

With emotions high at full-time, she pulled out her phone in a post-match interview with BBC Sport and replayed the incident to back up her complaints.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

White clouds passed above him like angel caravans, perhaps carrying the complaints of others.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat