Vocabulary Entry

grumbling

|verb • noun

verb

To complain or express dissatisfaction in a low, muttering voice.

Example Sentences

"She was grumbling about the long wait at the airport."

"He tends to grumble whenever he has to do chores."

"They were grumbling under their breath as the meeting dragged on."

noun

Example Sentences

"His grumbling was heard throughout the office."

"The grumbling from the crowd grew louder as the event was delayed."

"She couldn't help but notice the grumbling among her friends about the new policy."