disgruntled
1 synonym and 4 antonyms for disgruntled, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Annoyed, dissatisfied, or in a sour mood, often because of unfair treatment.
Antonyms
How to use disgruntled
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
disgruntled customer
disgruntled employee
Etymology
From the older verb "disgruntle," from dis- (intensifier) plus the now-rare "gruntle" (to grumble) — so disgruntled originally meant "thoroughly grumbling."
Full origin of disgruntled →Frequently asked questions
What does “disgruntled” mean?
The word “disgruntled” means annoyed, dissatisfied, or in a sour mood, often because of unfair treatment. In plain terms, unhappy and irritated, usually because you feel you've been treated badly.
How do you pronounce “disgruntled”?
“Disgruntled” is pronounced dihs-GRUHNTLD (/dɪsˈɡɹʌnt(ə)ld/ in IPA).
How do you use “disgruntled” in a sentence?
Here is “disgruntled” used in a sentence: “A disgruntled customer left a scathing review.”
What part of speech is “disgruntled”?
“Disgruntled” is an adjective.
