Discontentment
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪskənˈtɛntmənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Discontentment is a noun meaning A state of dissatisfaction or discontent.
Meaning
A state of dissatisfaction or discontent.
Example Sentences
By this that ſtraunger knight in preſence came, / And goodly ſalued them; who nought againe / Him anſwered, as courteſie became, / But with ſterne lookes, and ſtomachous diſdaine, / Gaue ſignes of grudge and diſcontentment vaine: […]
Word Forms
- discontentments
Synonyms for discontentment
Depending on context, synonyms include discontent, discontentedness.
Antonyms for discontentment
Common opposites include contentment.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include discontentedness, dissatisfaction, malcontent, miscontentment, malcontentment, disaffection.
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