Synonyms of whimper

Antonyms of whimper

Collocations of whimper

whimper softly
Frequency: 70 %

The puppy whimpered softly when it was left alone.

whimper pitifully
Frequency: 60 %

The injured dog whimpered pitifully as it limped along the road.

whimper quietly
Frequency: 55 %

She tried to whimper quietly so as not to wake up the others in the room.

whimper in pain
Frequency: 50 %

The child began to whimper in pain after falling off the swing.

whimper with fear
Frequency: 45 %

The haunted house made her whimper with fear.

Idiomatic Expressions for whimper

  • Phrase: whimper of protest
    Meaning: a soft, feeble sound made in response to something disagreeable or unfair
    Usage: The employees let out a whimper of protest when they were told about the pay cut.