Gripe: meaning, definitions and examples

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gripe

[ɡraɪp ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

medical

A complaint or resentment, typically about something trivial.

Synonyms

complaint, grumble, moan.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
gripe	Used when talking about minor or trivial complaints, often repeatedly. It can have a slightly informal or negative connotation. He always has some gripe about the food in the cafeteria. Stop griping about the weather and enjoy the trip.
complaint	Used in a formal or serious context to express dissatisfaction about a particular issue. It can be used in both official and casual settings. She filed a complaint with the HR department about her coworker's behavior. The teacher addressed the students' complaints about the exam.
grumble	Used when talking about low, muttered complaints, often indicating annoyance. It suggests a more subdued and less direct way of complaining. He grumbled under his breath when assigned extra work. People were grumbling about the new changes in policy.
moan	Used to describe complaints that are long and drawn-out, often indicating a sense of despair or deep dissatisfaction. It can have a negative or whiny connotation. She moaned about her long working hours. They were moaning over the rise in prices.

Examples of usage

She had a constant gripe about the lack of parking spaces.
My biggest gripe is the slow internet connection.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

informal

To complain about something in a persistent or irritating way.

Synonyms

complain, protest, whine.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
gripe	Use this word when someone is continuously expressing their dissatisfaction about something minor. It has a somewhat informal and negative connotation. He keeps griping about the weather. Stop griping about the traffic; we can't change it.
complain	This word is used in a wide variety of contexts when someone expresses their dissatisfaction or annoyance. It is neutral in tone and can be formal or informal. She complained to the manager about the poor service. I hate to complain, but this soup is cold.
whine	Use this when someone is complaining in an annoying or childish way. It has a distinctively negative connotation and implies that the complaint is petty or unnecessary. Stop whining about your chores and just do them. The kids whined about not getting dessert.
protest	This word is used when someone expresses strong objection or disapproval, often about something significant or unjust. It can be formal or informal and doesn't necessarily have a negative connotation. The students protested against the new policy. She protested her innocence in the matter.

Examples of usage

He always gripes about the weather.
Stop griping and start working.

Translations

Translations of the word "gripe" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gripe

🇮🇳 फ्लू

🇩🇪 Grippe

🇮🇩 flu

🇺🇦 грип

🇵🇱 grypa

🇯🇵 インフルエンザ

🇫🇷 grippe

🇪🇸 gripe

🇹🇷 grip

🇰🇷 독감

🇸🇦 إنفلونزا

🇨🇿 chřipka

🇸🇰 chrípka

🇨🇳 流感

🇸🇮 gripa

🇮🇸 flensa

🇰🇿 тұмау

🇬🇪 გრიპი

🇦🇿 qrip

🇲🇽 gripe

Etymology

The word 'gripe' originated in the early 19th century and is believed to have come from the Old English word 'gripan', meaning 'to seize or snatch'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to complaints or resentments, especially about trivial matters.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,512, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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