contentment
3 antonyms and opposites of contentment, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A feeling of calm satisfaction and ease with one's life or situation.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Middle French contentement, built from content + -ment.
Full origin of contentment →Frequently asked questions
What does “contentment” mean?
The word “contentment” means a feeling of calm satisfaction and ease with one's life or situation. In plain terms, a peaceful, satisfied feeling — being at ease with how things are.
How do you pronounce “contentment”?
“Contentment” is pronounced kuhn-TEHNT-muhnt (/kənˈtɛntmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “contentment” in a sentence?
Here is “contentment” used in a sentence: “There was a quiet contentment in the way she tended her garden.”
What is the opposite of “contentment”?
The opposite of “contentment” — its antonyms — are discontent, discontentment and dissatisfaction.
What part of speech is “contentment”?
“Contentment” is a noun.
Where does the word “contentment” come from?
The word “contentment” comes from Middle French. From Middle French contentement, built from content + -ment.