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

Although the Goldenblatts very much exemplify the ideal marriage even now, Charlotte's resumption of her career temporarily transforms her doting husband into a gigantic whiner.

From Salon • Aug. 25, 2023

Could someone please remind Mr. Cronin that John Wooden was not a whiner.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 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

I thought of discussing the fighting with Dad, but I didn’t want to sound like a whiner.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls

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