Associations to the word «Grumble»

Wiktionary

GRUMBLE, noun. (onomatopoeia) A low thundering, rumbling or growling sound.
GRUMBLE, noun. The sound made by a hungry stomach.
GRUMBLE, noun. A complaint.
GRUMBLE, verb. (intransitive) To make a low, growling or rumbling noise, like a hungry stomach or certain animals.
GRUMBLE, verb. (intransitive) To complain; to murmur or mutter with discontent; to make ill-natured complaints in a low voice and a surly manner.
GRUMBLE, verb. (transitive) To utter in a grumbling fashion.

Dictionary definition

GRUMBLE, noun. A loud low dull continuous noise; "they heard the rumbling of thunder".
GRUMBLE, noun. A complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone.
GRUMBLE, verb. Show one's unhappiness or critical attitude; "He scolded about anything that he thought was wrong"; "We grumbled about the increased work load".
GRUMBLE, verb. Make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked".
GRUMBLE, verb. To utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds; "he grumbled a rude response"; "Stones grumbled down the cliff".
GRUMBLE, verb. Make a low noise; "rumbling thunder".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada