Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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complain | No | No | Yes | No |
grumble | Yes | No | Yes | No |
complain (noun) | grumble (noun) |
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a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone | |
a loud low dull continuous noise |
complain (verb) | grumble (verb) |
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express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness | make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath |
make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge | show one's unhappiness or critical attitude |
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds | |
make a low noise |