complaint

Definition

  • noun: a statement that you are unhappy or not satisfied with something
  • noun: expression of grief, pain, or dissatisfaction
  • synonyms: malady, sorrow, grief

Examples

  • We lodged a 'complaint' with the hotel manager. [=we complained to the hotel manager]

  • The lack of parking spaces is a common 'complaint' among the city's residents.

  • I have no 'complaints' with/about the service. [=I am happy with the service]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Sit down. - Was your father hurt? - Yes, he was. How hurt? If he had been he would've filed a complaint. Yes, he was hurt. Where are you going? I'm going to check on my child. Come back quick. Close the door. (..)
    2011 A Separation
  • (..) It's over. You're coming home tonight. I don't want to. Where are you going? Hand it in. Did you hear his complaint? It was the th. I'm sorry. I was really upset when I heard. - I went to the hospital. - Then you admit it. (..)
    2011 A Separation