displease
1 synonym and 1 antonym for displease, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To annoy or upset someone; to fail to please.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use displease
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
displease someone
fear of displeasing
Etymology
From dis- + please, via Old French desplere.
Full origin of displease →Frequently asked questions
What does “displease” mean?
The word “displease” means to annoy or upset someone; to fail to please. In plain terms, to make someone unhappy or annoyed rather than pleased.
How do you pronounce “displease”?
“Displease” is pronounced dihs-PLEEZ (/dɪsˈpliːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “displease” in a sentence?
Here is “displease” used in a sentence: “His careless attitude clearly displeased his manager.”
What is another word for “displease”?
Words with a similar meaning to “displease” include misplease.
What is the opposite of “displease”?
The opposite of “displease” — its antonyms — is please.
What part of speech is “displease”?
“Displease” is a verb.
Where does the word “displease” come from?
The word “displease” comes from Old French. From dis- + please, via Old French desplere.
