verb
to express discontent, resentment, or regret usually peaceably and as if seeking sympathy
a nice girl but given to complaining over trifles
Synonyms: fuss, kick, murmur, repine, wail, whine; compare gripe 2, grumble 1
Related Word: fret, worry; nag, pester
Idioms: air a grievance, find fault, register a complaint, sing ( or cry) the blues
Contrasted words: accept, condone, countenance, tolerate