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querulous

/ˈkwɛrələs/  ·  say it: KWER·uh·lus

complaining in a peevish way

In Personality & Character

In more detail

1. (adjective) complaining a lot or in an annoying way; tending to whine or grumble

2. (adjective) showing or expressing complaints

Examples

• 1. He spoke in a querulous voice, constantly complaining about the weather and everything else.
• 2. The querulous tone of the letter made it clear the customer was very dissatisfied.

Nearby in Personality & Character

ornery, placid, prudent, rambunctious, recalcitrant, sardonic