Grievance

/ɡɹˈiːvəns/

/ˈɡɹivəns/

Grievance

a complaint about a (real or imaginary) wrong that causes resentment and is grounds for action

an allegation that something imposes an illegal obligation or denies some legal right or causes injustice

a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation

synonyms : grudge

Examples

1. A grievance is a justified complaint.

2. - We got a grievance.

3. Finally, use his grievance as a learning opportunity.

4. Meanwhile, the president's grievances are expanding.