Learn a Word Daily — Querulous
Today’s word is "Querulous": Complaining in a cranky or whiny way.
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Word of the Day · January 17, 2026
Querulous
KWEHR-yuh-lus · adjective
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Definition
Complaining in a cranky or whiny way.
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Origin & Etymology
From Latin querulus, meaning “complaining,” from queri (“to complain”).
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Nuance
Querulous isn’t just “raising a concern”—it implies a persistent, irritated tone.
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Usage
“After the delay, the crowd grew querulous and impatient.”
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Fun Fact
Querulous is related to “query” only by coincidence—this one is all about complaining, not asking.
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