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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But she still wanted to know why it had taken so long for her complaints about him to be taken seriously.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

For Airbnb, the short term rental platform, these parties are not exactly a fun time: They are a scourge of noise complaints, injury risks and property damage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Warsh brushed aside certain complaints Wednesday that investors need a clearer sense of how the Fed would adjust as the outlook changes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

He noted that Washington's pending complaints over the agreement have dropped from 54 in 2025 to 14.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Bobby’s complaints were heard by the club’s organizers, but too late to do anything about it that night.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady