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Ann225 Posted 9 years ago
Grammar

Grievance

Hi,

Could you tell me the difference between a complaint and a grievance?

Thank you.

  

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'complaint' is a more general term. It's an expression of dissatisfaction with a particular situation. You make a complaint if you merely say "It's too hot in this room".

— CalifJim

  • 'complaint' is a more general term.
  • It's an expression of dissatisfaction with a particular situation.
  • You make a complaint if you merely say "It's too hot in this room".
  • However, that is not a grievance.
  • A grievance is typically a complaint that something is unfair, that you have been treated unfairly.
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'complaint' is a more general term. It's an expression of dissatisfaction with a particular situation. You make a complaint if you merely say "It's too hot in this room". However, that is not a grievance.

A grievance is typically a complaint that something is unfair, that you have been treated unfairly. If you have a grievance, you are resentful for what you see as a wrong.

CJ

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