Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grievance
noun
/ˈɡriː.vəns/
Definition
A grievance is a feeling of having been wronged or unfairly treated, often leading to a complaint or dispute.
Examples
- She filed a grievance against her employer for discrimination.
- After the meeting, several employees expressed their grievances regarding the new policy.
Meaning
A grievance refers to a real or imagined cause for complaint, especially concerning unfair treatment.
Synonyms
- complaint
- injustice
- grumble
- objection
- discontent
