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The synonyms of “Whiny” are: fretful, querulous, whiney
Whiny as an Adjective
Definitions of "Whiny" as an adjective
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “whiny” as an adjective can have the following definitions:
- Having a complaining tone.
- Habitually complaining.
- Having a drawn-out, high-pitched, unpleasant sound.
Synonyms of "Whiny" as an adjective (3 Words)
| fretful | Feeling or expressing distress or irritation. A constant fretful stamping of hooves. |
| querulous | Habitually complaining. She became querulous and demanding. |
| whiney | Habitually complaining. |
Usage Examples of "Whiny" as an adjective
- A nasal, whiny singer.
- A whiny child.
- My PC suddenly emits this horrible whiny noise.
- Without wanting to sound whiny, it's quite hard work.
- He speaks in a whiny, childish voice.