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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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Though Iran complained about Israel’s earlier attacks in southern Lebanon, the strikes did not spur a reaction.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Drivers have complained that the near 50-50 split between internal combustion and electrical power this year and need for energy management has diminished the challenge in qualifying.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Locals accustomed to using some campus facilities complained they lost access to spaces Bhakta used for his vintage cars and spirits collection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

And meals that I once complained about eating are now some of my most-eaten, especially on days when I’m craving comfort and nostalgia.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

“I have rendered outstanding service to Italy,” he complained.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day