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COMPLAINING

(adj., verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Complaining.

Complaining - as an adjective

Expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment

Example: "A complaining boss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
complaintive
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
uncomplaining20

Complaining - as a verb

To express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.

Example: "Joe was always complaining about the noise made by his neighbours."

To make a formal accusation or bring a formal charge.

Example: "They've complained about me to the police again."

To creak or squeak, as a timber or wheel.

Example: "The complaining bed-springs"

Complaining - as a noun

The act by which someone complaints; a complaint.

Example Sentences

"I'm tired of all the complaining."
"Her constant complaining was starting to annoy me."
"There was a lot of complaining about the new policy."
"They filed a formal complaint instead of just complaining."
"We've received several complaints about the noise, but no one has actually come in person to do the complaining."
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Word Game Points

Is COMPLAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, complaining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COMPLAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is COMPLAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, complaining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COMPLAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is COMPLAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, complaining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COMPLAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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