Synonyms of complain

Antonyms of complain

Collocations of complain

complain about
Frequency: 80 %

He always complains about the weather, no matter what season it is.

complain loudly
Frequency: 70 %

She always complains loudly whenever something goes wrong.

complain of
Frequency: 65 %

She complained of a headache after staying up all night studying.

complain constantly
Frequency: 60 %

He complains constantly about his job but never does anything to change it.

complain bitterly
Frequency: 45 %

She complained bitterly about the unfair treatment she received.

Idiomatic Expressions for complain

  • Phrase: grin and bear it
    Meaning: to endure a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining
    Usage: I know the project is tough, but we just have to grin and bear it until it's done.