noun · 9 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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/ˈɡɹiː.vəns/
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rhymes with -iːvəns
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Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
noun
Meaning 1
Something which causes grief.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
A wrong or hardship suffered, which is the grounds of a complaint.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
Examples
November 2 2014, Daniel Taylor, "Sergio Agüero strike wins derby for Manchester City against 10-man United," guardian.co.uk Wayne Rooney spent much of the game remonstrating with Oliver about his own grievances and, in the interest of balance, there were certainly occasions when United had legitimate complaints.
Meaning relationships
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Antonyms: none provided
3
noun
Meaning 3
Feelings of being wronged; outrage; resentment, bitterness or anger.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
4
noun
Meaning 4
A complaint or annoyance.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
