"Whining" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"whining" Definition
- uttering a nasal, complaining cry, as from peevishness, discontent, uneasiness, etc.: If there’s one sound that makes me want to tear my ears off, it’s the sound of a whining tomcat.
- complaining in a petulant, self-pitying way: Those whining people who blame everyone and think everyone is against them need to grow up.
- making or being a drawn-out, high-pitched sound: In courtship, the male of the white-eyed vireo displays to the female by fluffing its plumage, spreading its tail, and uttering a whining call.
- the act or habit of crying or complaining in a peevish way: Can I give you a bit more work today if I have to, and not get any whining from you?
- the act of making a drawn-out, high-pitched sound: A few hours later the whining of a chainsaw began.
"whining" Synonyms & Antonyms
"whining" synonyms:
- grouchy,
- cantankerous,
- complaining,
- querulous,
- grumbling,
- whingeing,
- moaning,
- irritable,
- fractious,
- testy,
- grumpy,
- petulant,
- cranky,
- peevish,
- crabby,
- snappish,
- fretful,
- touchy,
- irascible
"whining" antonyms:
- good-natured,
- friendly,
- amiable,
- kind,
- agreeable,
- obliging,
- kindly,
- tolerant,
- benevolent,
- generous,
- unselfish,
- magnanimous,
- neighborly,
- neighbourly,
- gracious,
- supportive,
- affable,
- charitable,
- nice