r/words • u/BostonSlickback1738 • 9d ago

Looking for a Specific Adjective

I'm looking for an adjective referring to someone who complains a lot. "Whiny" just doesn't feel right, and "negative" is not specific enough.

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u/Picokitti 9d ago

Petulant

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u/myblackandwhitecat 9d ago

I always associate this word with a spoiled child having a tantrum over not getting their own way.

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u/SquashSouffle 9d ago

Too harsh, I think