Whinge — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈ(h)winj/

Meaning & Definition of Whinge

Whinge (verb)

  1. to complain fretfully, whine

Whinge (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an expression of dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment

    "that bloke always has some whinge about how women don't understand him"

    similar: beef, bitch, bleat, carp, complaint, fuss, grievance, gripe, grouch, grouse, grumble, holler, kvetch, lament, miserere, moan, murmur, plaint, squawk, wail, whimper, whine, yammer
    related: challenge, demur, expostulation, kick, niggle (chiefly British), objection, protest, quibble, remonstrance, stink
    near: commendation, compliment, plaudit, acclaim, applause, praise, approval, endorsement, sanction

Whinge (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely

    "dutifully cares for his elderly mum, despite her tendency to whinge about everything"

    similar: beef, bellyache, bitch, bleat, carp, caterwaul, complain, crab, croak, fuss, gripe, grizzle, grouch, grouse, growl, grumble, grump, holler, inveigh, keen, kick, kvetch, maunder (chiefly British), moan, murmur, mutter, nag, repine, scream, squawk, squeal, wail, whimper, whine, yammer, yawp, yowl, kick up a fuss
    related: object (to), protest, quarrel (with), cavil, quibble, fret, stew, worry, blubber, cry, sob, bemoan, bewail, deplore, lament
    opposite: crow, delight, rejoice
    near: accept, bear, countenance, endure, take, tolerate, applaud, cheer, commend

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Whinge

The most common words with a similar meaning to Whinge:

Chiefly British: maunder
beef, bitch, bleat, carp, complaint, fuss, grievance, gripe, grouch, grouse, grumble, holler, kvetch, lament, miserere, moan, murmur, plaint, squawk, wail, whimper, whine, yammer, bellyache, caterwaul, complain, crab, croak, grizzle, growl, grump, inveigh, keen, kick, mutter, nag, repine, scream, squeal, yawp

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Whinge

Words with the opposite meaning of Whinge:

crow, delight, rejoice

Related Words for Whinge

challenge, demur, expostulation, niggle, objection, protest, quibble, remonstrance, stink, object (to), quarrel (with), cavil, fret, stew, worry, blubber, cry, sob, bemoan, bewail, deplore

Near Antonyms of Whinge

commendation, compliment, plaudit, acclaim, applause, praise, approval, endorsement, sanction, accept, bear, countenance, endure, take, tolerate, applaud, cheer, commend

Word Forms of Whinge

Inflections: whinged, whinging, whingeing

Derived words: whinge (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Whinge

Middle English *whingen, from Old English hwinsian; akin to Old High German winsōn to moan

First known use: 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Whinge

What does "Whinge" mean?

"Whinge" means to complain fretfully, whine. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to complain fretfully, whine. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Whinge"?

Other words for "Whinge" include beef, bitch, bleat, carp, complaint, fuss, grievance and gripe. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Whinge" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Whinge"?

There are 64 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Whinge". Common alternatives include beef, bitch, bleat, carp, complaint, fuss, grievance, gripe, grouch and grouse.

What is the opposite of "Whinge"?

Antonyms of "Whinge" include crow, delight and rejoice. Near antonyms include commendation, compliment, plaudit and acclaim.

How do you use "Whinge" in a sentence?

Examples of "Whinge" in a sentence: "that bloke always has some whinge about how women don't understand him"; "dutifully cares for his elderly mum, despite her tendency to whinge about everything".

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

"Whinge" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Whinge"?

"Whinge" is pronounced /ˈ(h)winj/.

What is the origin of the word "Whinge"?

"Whinge" comes from Middle English *whingen, from Old English hwinsian; akin to Old High German winsōn to moan. First known use: 12th century.