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whiny

A whiny child is complaining about having to eat his vegetables.

Definition

Adjective: * Characterized by or given to complaining in a feeble, fretful, or petulant manner: Describes a person, especially a child, who frequently expresses dissatisfaction, discomfort, or unhappiness with a high-pitched, nasal, or tearful voice. It implies a persistent, annoying quality to the complaints.

Usage

The adjective "whiny" is used to describe a person's characteristic behavior or the tone of their voice. It is often, but not exclusively, applied to children. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting the complaints are unjustified, excessive, or irritating.

Examples
  • The whiny toddler refused to eat his vegetables.
  • I can't stand his whiny voice when he doesn't get his way.
  • She became whiny and tired after the long journey.
  • Stop being so whiny about the homework; everyone has to do it.
Advanced Usage
  • Describing a sound or tone: "Whiny" can describe non-human sounds that resemble a complaining human voice.
    • The whiny buzz of the mosquito kept me awake all night.
    • He fixed the whiny noise coming from the engine.
Variants and Related Words
  • Whine (verb/noun): The action or sound of complaining in a high-pitched, feeble way.
    • The dog will whine at the door when it wants to go out.
    • I'm tired of listening to his constant whine.
  • Whiner (noun): A person who whines habitually.
    • Don't be such a whiner; we all have to take turns.
Synonyms
  • Fretful: Inclined to be anxious and complaining.
  • Petulant: Childishly sulky or bad-tempered.
  • Peevish: Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.
  • Cantankerous: Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative (typically used for adults).
  • Querulous: Complaining in a whining manner.
Antonyms
  • Stoic: Enduring pain or hardship without showing feelings or complaining.
  • Cheerful: Noticeably happy and optimistic.
  • Easygoing: Relaxed and tolerant in attitude or manner.
  • Patient: Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious.
whiny

A whiny child is complaining about having to eat his vegetables.

Adjective
  1. habitually complaining
    • a whiny child

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