bellyache

Whine and moan

A bellyache is a stomachache—pain or discomfort in the abdomen.

The word also means to complain or whine, especially about minor grievances: Stop bellyaching and get back to work.

The noun form describes such complaints: I'm tired of hearing your bellyaches about the schedule.

complain

gripe

Voice minor displeasure

  • moanLow vocal complaint
  • whineComplain in high pitch
  • grumbleLow, discontented murmuring

grouse · carp · fuss · nag · beef · squawk · whinge · grizzle · nitpick · quibble

stomachache

cramps

Involuntary muscle tightening

gnawing · spasms · colic · twinge · pang · nausea · bloating · indigestion · queasiness · upset

digestion

stomach

Digestive organ below chest

enzymes · bile · acid · peristalsis · gut · flora · probiotics · metabolism · absorption · chyme

Categories
Opposites
complaint vs. contentment

bellyacherejoice

Feel or show delight

praise · celebrate · delight · cheer · applaud

complaining vs. accepting

bellyacheaccept

Consent to receive

endure · tolerate · bear · take it · grin and bear it

physical condition

bellyachecomfort

Ease or soothing relief

ease · wellness · good health · contentment

Family

bellyaching, bellyaches, bellyached, bellyacher, bellyachers, bellyachings

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G