complainer

Meanings

• noun

  A person who frequently expresses complaints or dissatisfaction.

  - "The complainer in the office always finds something to grumble about."
  - "Despite his many problems, the complainer never fails to find a silver lining."

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Synonyms

grumbler , squeaky wheel

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with complainer
whiner , complier , spoiler , enticer , enquiring

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Variants

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complain , complained , complainer , complainers , complaining , complainingly , complains

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Etymology

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The word 'complainer' comes from the Old French word 'plainer', meaning 'to explain' or 'to make clear'. Over time, the meaning of the word shifted to refer to someone who frequently expresses complaints.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'complainer' has six letters.

2. In the Bible, Job is considered the ultimate complainer, as he spends much of the book expressing his complaints to God.

3. Studies have shown that constant complaining can lead to physical health problems, such as headaches and stomachaches.

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Related Concepts

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1. grumbling: The act of complaining or expressing dissatisfaction.

2. grievance: A complaint or expression of dissatisfaction, especially one that is serious and formal.

3. whining: Expressing complaints in a whiny, irritating manner.

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Culture

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In literature, the complainer is often portrayed as a negative character, as their constant complaining can be draining and frustrating for those around them. However, there are also instances where the complainer's complaints serve to highlight larger issues or injustices.

How to Memorize "complainer"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person constantly expressing complaints or dissatisfaction.
   - Visualize a person with a frown on their face and a perpetual scowl.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'complainer' with the image of a grumpy old man or woman.
   - Think of a person who always seems to find something to complain about.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'C-O-M-P-L-A-I-N-E-R' to remember that a complainer is someone who constantly expresses complaints.
   - Use the phrase 'Complaining is a drain on energy' to remember the negative impact of constant complaining.

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