noun B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

displeasure

dihs-PLEH-zhuh

Displeasure (noun) means a feeling of annoyance, dissatisfaction, or disapproval. Example: “The teacher made her displeasure known with a stern look.”

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noun

A feeling of annoyance, dissatisfaction, or disapproval.

"The teacher made her displeasure known with a stern look."

"He risked incurring his boss's displeasure by missing the deadline."

How to use displeasure

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA feeling of being unhappy or unimpressed with something.

Common pairings

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

displeasured past tense, displeasures plural, displeasures singular

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Etymology

From Old French desplaisir, formed from dis- + pleasure.

Origin: Old French

Antonyms

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Rhymes for displeasure

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Frequently asked questions

What does “displeasure” mean?

The word “displeasure” means a feeling of annoyance, dissatisfaction, or disapproval. In plain terms, a feeling of being unhappy or unimpressed with something.

How do you pronounce “displeasure”?

“Displeasure” is pronounced dihs-PLEH-zhuh (/dɪsˈplɛʒɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “displeasure” in a sentence?

Here is “displeasure” used in a sentence: “The teacher made her displeasure known with a stern look.”

What is the opposite of “displeasure”?

The opposite of “displeasure” — its antonyms — are contentment, happiness, pleasure, satisfaction and ease.

What part of speech is “displeasure”?

“Displeasure” is a noun.

Where does the word “displeasure” come from?

The word “displeasure” comes from Old French. From Old French desplaisir, formed from dis- + pleasure.

Is “displeasure” a common word?

“Displeasure” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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