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Querulously: meaning, definitions and examples

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querulously

 

[ ˈkwɛr.ə.ləs.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speaking

In a querulous manner, someone expresses complaints or grievances in a whining or peevish tone. This behavior often implies a sense of dissatisfaction or annoyance with a situation or person.

Synonyms

complainingly, petulantly, whiningly

Examples of usage

  • She spoke querulously about the poor service at the restaurant.
  • He always complains querulously about the weather.
  • The child asked querulously for more candy.
  • They answered querulously when they felt unheard.

Translations

Translations of the word "querulously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 queixoso

🇮🇳 नाराज़गी से

🇩🇪 nörgelnd

🇮🇩 dengan keluhan

🇺🇦 скаржливо

🇵🇱 narzekająco

🇯🇵 不満そうに

🇫🇷 de manière plaintive

🇪🇸 quejumbroso

🇹🇷 şikayet ederek

🇰🇷 불평하며

🇸🇦 بشكوى

🇨🇿 stěžující si

🇸🇰 sťažujúco

🇨🇳 抱怨地

🇸🇮 pritožujoče

🇮🇸 kvartandi

🇰🇿 наразылықпен

🇬🇪 ბრაზიანად

🇦🇿 şikayət edərək

🇲🇽 quejumbroso

Etymology

The word 'querulously' originates from the Latin verb 'queri,' which means 'to complain.' It entered the English language in the early 19th century, derived from the adjective 'querulous,' which describes someone who is inclined to complain or find fault. As a derivative adverb, 'querulously' conveys the manner of complaining or expressing dissatisfaction. Throughout its usage, it has maintained a negative connotation, often associated with a sense of irritation or discontent. The term has been commonly used in literature and conversations to depict characters who are overly critical or grumbling, illustrating a broader psychological condition where individuals may struggle with accepting reality or expressing dissatisfaction.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,759, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.