Repining

Part of speech: verb

Definitions

1. Showing feelings of unhappiness or complaining about one's situation
2. Displaying a sense of dissatisfaction or longing for something better
3. Expressing discontent or restlessness about circumstances experienced

Etymology: "Repining" is the present participle of "repine," a verb first recorded in 1529. It is probably formed from "re-" and "pine," the verb meaning to waste away from grief or longing, though the formation is unusual and the exact origin is uncertain. A Middle English verb, "repinen," meaning to grieve or trouble someone, may be related. It came from "pīnen," which traces back to the Old English "pīnian," meaning to torment, torture, or starve.

Synonyms: complaining, lamenting, mournful, grumbling, whining

Antonyms: content, satisfied, cheerful, happy, accepting