Whiny is an adjective describing someone who is complaining in an annoying way, especially in a high-pitched tone of voice. To whine is to moan or make a high-pitched cry, or to say something in such a way. It also means to complain, especially by talking in such a way.
How do you spell Whinier?
Whiny, Whiney, Whinny—What's the Difference?
- Whiny means annoyingly complaining, especially in a high-pitched voice.
- Whiney means the same as whiny, but it's an uncommon alternative spelling.
- Whinny is the low or gentle neighing of a horse.
What does being whiny mean?
: characterized by whining: a : having a high-pitched, shrill or plaintive quality a whiny voice "So What'cha Want," despite its jittery organ, whiny guitar, and distorted vocals, turned out to be one of the least predictable-sounding hit singles of recent years.— Alan Light.
