Meaning & use

Complainer

noun·Everyday

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A person who expresses dissatisfaction or annoyance, often habitually.

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He's known around the office as a complainer, always finding fault with something.

Don't be a complainer; try offering a solution instead.

A note on using this word

Carries a mildly negative connotation, implying the complaining is frequent or excessive rather than a single justified grievance.

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