1
as in resentment
a lingering ill will towards a person for a real or imagined wrong
this is no place to air your grievances against him
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in complaint
an expression of dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment
she decided to file a formal grievance against the utility company
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of grievance
In 2023, Seoul set aside historical grievances to join Japan and the United States in a trilateral security partnership to counter regional threats, including China.
—
Lynn Kuok, Foreign Affairs, 14 Apr. 2025
The incidents have involved arson, gunfire, and vandalism, including graffiti expressing grievances, according to a joint intelligence bulletin issued by the Department of Homeland Security and FBI.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2025
The goal is to create an atmosphere where mutual respect can flourish and where the focus shifts from personal grievances to collective improvement.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The concerns in those countries mirror grievances registered around the continent more broadly, with reducing government corruption listed as a top priority by respondents in the African Youth Survey.
—Richard Aidoo, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for grievance
Lynn Kuok, Foreign Affairs, 14 Apr. 2025
The incidents have involved arson, gunfire, and vandalism, including graffiti expressing grievances, according to a joint intelligence bulletin issued by the Department of Homeland Security and FBI.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2025
The goal is to create an atmosphere where mutual respect can flourish and where the focus shifts from personal grievances to collective improvement.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The concerns in those countries mirror grievances registered around the continent more broadly, with reducing government corruption listed as a top priority by respondents in the African Youth Survey.
—Richard Aidoo, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for grievance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grievance
Noun
-
In Ukraine, memories of Russia’s annexation are fresh and resentments run high, leaving the country’s president few choices on the latest American peace plan.—
Maria Varenikova Brendan Hoffman Luke Broadwater David E. Sanger,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
-
Yet, rather than letting resentment dictate the narrative, there are ways to turn this difficult relationship into a source of professional growth.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
In an exhibit to HSM’s complaint, the marketing advance is detailed.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
24 Apr. 2025
-
The figure is only representative of information and complaints submitted by victims to the IC3, FBI officials confirmed.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
An armed man accused of walking into a Walgreens location in California and shooting an employee to death this week allegedly had a grudge against corporate pharmacies, police said.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
-
Theater owners gathered inside the Colosseum Theater at Caesar’s Palace on Monday didn’t seem to hold any grudges, and gave a warm welcome to the exec.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
The motor produces a whine that is noticeable but not distracting.—
William Roberson,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
-
Israel Hernandez heard the faint whine of sirens outside his Wilmington apartment and looked up just in time to see a minivan crash into another vehicle as police gave chase.—
Libor Jany,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
This gift is perfect for the mom who wants to look her best without the fuss or time commitment of traditional styling methods.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
-
Slip-on sneakers are a non-negotiable for me on a road trip — no laces, no fuss, just an easy style that works from rest stop to restaurant.—
Jennifer Vermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
And there, like an old friend, is Cronenberg’s regular composer Howard Shore with a synth moan to keep the mood unnerving.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
-
The audience thought his moans were all part of the act.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Grievance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grievance. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share