What is another word for grouching?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈa͡ʊt͡ʃɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "grouching" refers to complaining or grumbling. There are several synonyms for this word such as whining, grumbling, carping, grousing, moaning, and muttering. Whining means to complain in a petulant or in a high-pitched voice. Grumbling refers to low and continuous complaints. Carping means to find fault or criticize unnecessarily. Grousing is used to describe a prolonged and persistent complaint. Moaning means to express dissatisfaction or pain. Muttering refers to quiet and indistinct complaints. These synonyms have similar meanings to "grouching", and can be used interchangeably in different contexts. However, it is important to note that excessive complaining can be tiresome and unproductive.

What are the hypernyms for Grouching?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Grouching

"Sure, and a balloon ascension," Connie began grouching.
"Roy Blakeley's Camp on Wheels"
Percy Keese Fitzhugh
"I love to hear you grouching!
"A Daughter of the Land"
Gene Stratton-Porter
"Oh, the girls are grouching a little because they helped earn all this, and are to be left out of it," explained Robert in a low voice.
"A Daughter of the Land"
Gene Stratton-Porter

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