complaint
noun B2
Plain meaning
a statement that something is wrong or unsatisfactory
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss a statement that something is wrong or unsatisfactory in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed complaint during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that make a complaint can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
make a complaintformal complaintcustomer complaint
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “make a complaint”.