Moan

Pronunciation: /ˈmoʊn/

Moan (verb)

  1. to make a low sound because you are unhappy or in pain
  2. to talk about something you don't like in a complaining way

Examples

  • She would often moan about the cold weather.
  • He tends to moan when things don't go his way.

Common collocations: moan quietly, moan softly, moan about, moan over, soft moan

Moan (noun)

  1. a low sound made when someone is unhappy or in pain

Examples

  • A moan escaped from the tired worker.
  • The moan of the wind was eerie at night.

Synonyms of Moan

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Moan

  • expressing joy or approval
  • expressing approval or admiration