Grouse

To complain or grumble; to express discontent or annoyance, often about trivial matters. The act of grousing typically involves persistent whining, negativity, and a focus on perceived injustices or inconveniences. It can manifest verbally through repeated expressions of dissatisfaction or non-verbally through a sour demeanor or dismissive attitude. grouse can range from mild griping to more intense expressions of anger or frustration, depending on the situation and the individual's personality. It is often perceived negatively as a drain on the emotional atmosphere and a hindrance to constructive discussion. However, occasionally, grousing can lead to positive change if the complaints are legitimate and draw attention to real problems that require resolution. In many cases, it is perceived as a nuisance, though some may use it to attempt to get something off their chest.

Grouse meaning with examples

• Despite the beautiful weather, Sarah spent the entire picnic grousing about the ants and the lack of shade. Her persistent complaints overshadowed everyone else's enjoyment, making the day feel longer than it was. The focus on the bad things of the picnic made the good elements, like the food, lost to everyone's memory.
• The construction workers began to grouse when their lunch break was shortened by an hour. They protested and said that their work wasn't worth anything if they were worked until they had a headache and were unable to focus on safety and quality assurance.
• John constantly grouses about his job, complaining about his boss, his coworkers, and the workload. While some of his points were valid, his negativity had become a constant and annoying presence that was unpleasant for everyone around him.
• After the film was over, many in the audience began to grouse about the movie's ending, and their complaints quickly overwhelmed the praise some initially shared about the film.
• The customer service representative was tired of hearing the customer grouse about the slow internet connection, and began to lose patience. The representative's frustration increased the longer the conversation went on.