Complain and Irk

Complain

Complain verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.

Irk and complain are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Irk" instead a verb "Complain".

Irk

Irk verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Complain and irk are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Complain" instead a verb "Irk".

Nearby Words: irksome, irking

Mutual synonyms

Common collocations

times complain times irk times
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