Querulous

Meanings

1. Complaining in a petulant or whining manner
2. Habitually grumbling
3. Fretful

Example Sentences

• "The querulous passenger complained about everything from the seat to the food on the train."
• "His querulous tone during the meeting annoyed everyone present."
• "The querulous voice of the dissatisfied customer could be heard across the entire shop."

Etymology

From Latin 'querulus' (complaining), from 'queri' (to complain, lament). Related to 'quarrel' (a complaint or dispute) and 'querulous'. In legal terms, a 'querulant' is one who files excessive complaints.

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