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gripe

[grahyp] / graɪp /
NOUN
complaint
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ache grievance objection
STRONG
aching affliction disorder distress groan grouse grumble illness indisposition infirmity moan pain pang
Antonyms
STRONG
comfort good health happiness health pleasure well-being
WEAK
compliment flattery praise
VERB
complain
Synonyms
STRONGEST
carp grumble moan murmur mutter nag squawk
STRONG
bellyache crab fuss groan grouch grouse kvetch whine yammer yawp
WEAK
blow off take on
Antonyms
STRONGEST
compliment praise speak clearly
WEAK
please soothe
VERB
pain, annoy
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ache
STRONG
bother compress cramp disturb hurt irritate pinch press squeeze vex
Antonyms
STRONG
aid assist assuage calm expand give help please release soothe uncompress
WEAK
compliment praise

Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for gripe?
Gripe is an informal word meaning to complain, especially naggingly or about petty things. Similarly informal verbs include grumble, grouse, and carp. The slang verb bellyache is even more informal. Someone who’s griping might be said to be groaning and moaning. Gripe can also be used as a noun meaning a complaint (especially a petty one). A gripe is a kind of grievance.
How do you use gripe in a sentence?
Gripe is pretty informal and is usually used in negative contexts. Here are some examples of gripe in a sentence:
  • He always gripes about his old job—he should just move on.
  • Quit your griping and just get to work!
  • I have a few gripes about the way things were handled, but they’re pretty minor.

Example Sentences

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Her biggest gripe was having to cook at home almost every day after work.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

Every NFL player, coach and fan has something to gripe about when it comes to the NFL’s officiating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

Their thoughts have since been echoed by many doubles specialists, who also gripe about losing a crucial earning opportunity after being pushed out in favour of the stars.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2025

Which leads me to my biggest gripe: Why did some characters feel so distant?

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

Her gripe with Rhonda had been petty, as most childhood resentments are.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman

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