Querulous

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɛrələs/

Querulous (adj)

  1. Having a habit of complaining in a worried, unhappy way, often sounding like you think you are being treated unfairly.
  2. Showing dissatisfaction through frequent requests or complaints, with a voice or manner that suggests irritation or worry.

Querulous (adjective)

Examples

  • She spoke in a querulous tone during the meeting.
  • The customer used a querulous tone to ask for changes.