formal complaint

NOUN

protest

Synonyms

STRONGEST

challenge demonstration dissent objection outcry question revolt riot turmoil

STRONG

bellyache blackball clamor declaration demur demurral difficulty flak grievance gripe grouse holler howl kick knock march moratorium nix protestation rally remonstrance remonstration stink tumult

WEAK

big stink

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agreement answer calm concurrence harmony peace

STRONG

calmness compliment flattery praise

WEAK

acceptance approval

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It added that the way in which the information was disclosed by the Justice Department breached confidentiality provisions of current treaties, and that the government will send a formal complaint to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

But the biggest blow so far arrived on Tuesday, when disciplinary counsel for the D.C. bar announced a formal complaint against Martin for professional misconduct.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

The Lebanese foreign ministry said it intended to submit a formal complaint against Israel to the UN Security Council.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

The plan would have converted a “partially performing federal loan into a near-total loss event,” he wrote in a formal complaint filed with the Energy Department’s Office of the Inspector General.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026

We filed a formal complaint about our treatment, but it was ignored.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

formal complaint

Example Sentences

Related Words