whiner

American  

[hwahy-ner, wahy‐] / ˈʰwaɪ nər, waɪ‐ /

noun

1. someone who complains a lot, especially in a peevish, self-pitying manner or tone.

   Being a whiner at work just makes you look petty, childish, and untrustworthy.

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Etymology

Origin of whiner

whine + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

A 1953 article in Sport magazine titled "Why They Boo Jackie Robinson" described the second baseman as "combative," "emotional" and "calculating," as well as a "pop-off," a "whiner," a "showboat" and a "troublemaker."

From Salon • May 14, 2022

Rather than being an insecure bumbler with whom we sympathize, Thomas comes across as a shrill, jealous whiner.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2021

“I’m a whiner by nature, so every week, after the first couple, I was like, oh, I’ve got to get down there,” Janovitz says.

From Washington Post • Jul. 9, 2020

I saw a whiner who ripped teammates and demanded a trade.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 10, 2020

Dad thought I was a whiner and a procrastinator, which made him exasperated and annoyed.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

Related Words

• wimp