Synonyms for
Moan
Definition
to make a low sound expressing physical or mental pain or discomfort
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- moan of pain
- moan of pleasure
- moan about something
- a low moan
- a soft moan
- moan in protest
- moan with discomfort
Word family
Usage note
While 'moan' can refer to a sound of pain or grief, it can also be used informally to express dissatisfaction or complaint about something trivial.
Example sentences
- I heard a moan coming from the other room.
- She would moan whenever she had to do her chores.
- The dog let out a moan when it got hurt.
- He let out a moan of frustration when he couldn't find his keys.
- The old man would moan every time he got up from his chair.
Quotes
The world is grown so bad, that wrens make prey where eagles dare not perch. Since every Jack became a gentleman, there’s many a gentle person made a Jack. —William Shakespeare
I have spread my dreams beneath your feet; Tread softly because you tread on my dreams. —William Butler Yeats
You know it’s love when all you want is that person to be happy, even if you’re not part of their happiness. —Julia Roberts