Showing results for formal complaint. Search instead for typical complaints.

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.

See Examples For:

formal complaint

The following year she made a formal complaint to police.

From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026

Prabhakar alleges she received no formal complaint, hearing or explanation of which college policy she had violated.

From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2026

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

A formal complaint is pending the judge’s acceptance of the petition.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 19, 2026

We complained vociferously about the inferior quality of the food, and as a result, our advocate Sydney Kentridge made a formal complaint in court.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

formal complaint

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

Related Words