Synonyms for

Groan

Verb / grəʊn / Another word for groan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make a deep sound in response to pain or despair.

Synonyms & similar words

moan moan sigh grunt mutter complain whine bemoan bewail lament murmur whimper sob cry howl yelp shriek wail keen mewl grumble

Example sentences

  1. The old chair groaned as he sat down.
  2. She couldn't help but groan at the terrible pun.
  3. The injured player groaned in agony on the field.
  4. I could hear my stomach groan with hunger.
  5. His heavy backpack made him groan as he lifted it onto his shoulders.

Quotes

  • 'I groan when I dream of you,' he said.
  • 'I groan inwardly when I hear someone say that they have a fear of the unknown. There are very few things in this world that are unknown. Only things that are temporarily hidden, temporarily obscured.' - Neil deGrasse Tyson
  • 'There is no one to call me back, groaning with the weight of my name on their tongue.' - Warsan Shire

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