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

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

The driver, described by police as an elderly woman, was taken to the hospital with complaints of pain to her chest and arm.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Because of the suspicions aroused by the complaints, she said, she lost a job.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Those on foot swarmed across in crowds while the sudden influx of fume-belching East German Trabant cars sparked complaints about pollution in the west.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Just as important, two-officer teams are more likely to have complaints filed against them.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell