Meaning & use
whining
Complaining in a persistent, high-pitched, or irritating way, often about something minor.
See it in a sentence
The toddler kept whining because he wanted more ice cream.
Stop whining about the weather and just bring an umbrella.
A note on using this word
Carries a negative tone, suggesting the complaint is excessive or unjustified rather than a reasonable objection.
Words with a similar meaning
complaininggriping
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