complaint
(noun)
noun
1. an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
Definition categories: state, disorder, upset
2. (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow
Definition categories: communication, cry, yell
3. an expression of grievance or resentment
Definition categories: communication, objection
4. (civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based
Definition categories: communication, pleading
5. (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense
Similar word(s): charge
Definition categories: communication, pleading
Sentences with complaint as a noun:
- I have no complaints about the quality of his work, but I don't enjoy his company.
- Don't come too close, I've got this nasty complaint.