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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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I also found several examples of so-called rage-bait – videos appearing to depict real people talking, often shouting, about their complaints about life in the UK.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

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

Top administration officials became convinced Makary had to go because, in addition to months of turmoil, complaints from some in the pharmaceutical industry continued to mount, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

His lawyers objected, but the judge summarily dismissed their complaints.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson