😩whine

Meaning

to complain in a feeble or annoying way; to make a high-pitched sound

to complain in an annoying way; to make a high-pitched sound

Example Sentences

The child began to whine when he didn’t get candy.

The child whined about having to go to bed early.

Example Expressions

whine and complain

Synonyms

complain, moan, groan, grumble, wail, fuss

Entry 1

complain, moan, groan, grumble, wail

Entry 2

complain, grumble, moan, fuss

Antonyms

praise, compliment, rejoice, accept, agree, appreciate

Entry 1

praise, compliment, rejoice

Entry 2

praise, accept, agree, appreciate

Collocations

whine about, constant whine, whining sound, whine and cry, whine constantly, whine and complain, stop whining, whine like a baby

Entry 1

whine about, constant whine, whining sound, whine and cry

Entry 2

whine about, whine constantly, whine and complain, stop whining, whine like a baby