discontent
3 synonyms and 4 antonyms for discontent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation.
“Growing discontent among workers led to the strike.”
Opposites
2. adj
Not satisfied; unhappy with how things are.
“He remained discontent with his progress despite the praise.”
Opposites
How to use discontent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
growing discontent
winter of discontent
discontent with
Etymology
Built from dis- plus content, meaning the opposite of being satisfied.
Full origin of discontent →Frequently asked questions
What does “discontent” mean?
The word “discontent” means a feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation. In plain terms, dissatisfaction, or the state of being unhappy with things as they are.
How do you pronounce “discontent”?
“Discontent” is pronounced dihs-kuhn-TEHNT (/ˌdɪskənˈtɛnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “discontent” in a sentence?
Here is “discontent” used in a sentence: “Growing discontent among workers led to the strike.”
What part of speech is “discontent”?
Depending on how it is used, “discontent” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “discontent” a common word?
“Discontent” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “discontent” have?
“Discontent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation.
