Definition of complain

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  • complain is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • complain is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • complain is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of complain

  • express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness (verb)

    Examples

    1. My mother complains all day

    Synonyms

    1. kick
    2. kvetch
    3. plain
    4. quetch
    5. sound off
  • make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge (verb)

    Examples

    1. The plaintiff's lawyer complained that he defendant had physically abused his client

See definition of complain in Merriam Webster