Querulous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈkwer-yə-ləs/ quer·u·lous

Meaning & Definition of Querulous

Querulous (adjective)

  1. habitually complaining
  2. fretful, whining

Querulous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. given to complaining a lot

    "car trips that were frequently spoiled by a couple of querulous passengers in the back"

    similar: crabby, cranky, fussy, grouchy, grumpy
    related: antsy, fidgety, restive, restless, squirmy, twitchy, uneasy, wiggly, wriggly, discontented, disgruntled, displeased, dissatisfied, fretful, nervous, worrisome, cantankerous, choleric, cross, crotchety, irascible, irritable, ornery, peevish, perverse, pettish, petulant, quick-tempered, short-tempered, snappish, snappy, snippy, testy, waspish
    opposite: forbearing, long-suffering, patient, stoic, tolerant, uncomplaining
    near: affable, agreeable, amiable, genial, good-humored, good-natured, good-tempered, gracious, well-disposed, accommodating, complaisant, obliging, easygoing, laid-back, relaxed

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Querulous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Querulous:

crabby, cranky, fussy, grouchy, grumpy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Querulous

Words with the opposite meaning of Querulous:

forbearing, long-suffering, patient, stoic, tolerant, uncomplaining

Related Words for Querulous

antsy, fidgety, restive, restless, squirmy, twitchy, uneasy, wiggly, wriggly, discontented, disgruntled, displeased, dissatisfied, fretful, nervous, worrisome, cantankerous, choleric, cross, crotchety, irascible, irritable, ornery, peevish, perverse, pettish, petulant, quick-tempered, short-tempered, snappish

Near Antonyms of Querulous

affable, agreeable, amiable, genial, good-humored, good-natured, good-tempered, gracious, well-disposed, accommodating, complaisant, obliging, easygoing, laid-back, relaxed

Word Forms of Querulous

Derived words: querulously (adverb), querulousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Querulous

Middle English querelose, from Latin querulus, from queri to complain

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Querulous

What does "Querulous" mean?

"Querulous" means habitually complaining. As an adjective, it is defined as: habitually complaining.

What is another word for "Querulous"?

Other words for "Querulous" include crabby, cranky, fussy, grouchy and grumpy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Querulous" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Querulous"?

There are 39 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Querulous". Common alternatives include crabby, cranky, fussy, grouchy and grumpy.

What is the opposite of "Querulous"?

Antonyms of "Querulous" include forbearing, long-suffering, patient, stoic, tolerant and uncomplaining. Near antonyms include affable, agreeable, amiable and genial.

How do you use "Querulous" in a sentence?

Examples of "Querulous" in a sentence: "car trips that were frequently spoiled by a couple of querulous passengers in the back".

Is "Querulous" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Querulous" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Querulous"?

"Querulous" is pronounced /ˈkwer-yə-ləs/ and divided into syllables as quer·u·lous.

What is the origin of the word "Querulous"?

"Querulous" comes from Middle English querelose, from Latin querulus, from queri to complain. First known use: 15th century.