querulous
The word “querulous” has 3 syllables: quer-u-lous.
It's pronounced as /ˈkwɛrələs/.
What is synonym and antonym for querulous?
In the thesaurus, “querulous” has 8 synonyms and 14 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for querulous along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for querulous
- crabby
- displeased
- dissatisfied
- grouchy
- grumpy
- irritable
- nervous
- restless
Antonyms for querulous
- affable
- agreeable
- amiable
- forbearing
- genial
- good-humored
- good-natured
- gracious
- long-suffering
- patient
- stoic
- stoical
- tolerant
- uncomplaining
Meanings of querulous
- adjective
- Often complaining; suggesting a complaint in expression; fretful, whining.
Example Sentences
- Despite his best efforts to remain calm, his querulous tone betrayed his frustration.
- The child's querulous complaints about the long car ride echoed throughout the vehicle.
- Her querulous demeanor made it challenging to have a productive conversation with her.
- The querulous customer demanded to speak to the manager about the service.
- The politician's querulous remarks only served to further divide the audience.
On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to querulous, such as: affable, agreeable, amiable, crabby, displeased, dissatisfied, forbearing.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.