v. Function: verb
to express discontent, resentment, or regret usually peaceably and as if seeking sympathy FF1C; a nice girl but given to complaining over trifles FF1E;
Synonyms: fuss, kick, murmur, repine, wail, whine; compare GRIPE 2 , GRUMBLE 1
Related Words: fret, worry; nag, pester
Idioms: air a grievance, find fault, register a complaint, sing ( or cry) the blues
Contrasted Words: accept, condone, countenance, tolerate