Discontent Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)
Britannica Dictionary definition of DISCONTENT
[noncount]
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a feeling of unhappiness or disapproval
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a lack of contentment
- The survey indicates public discontent [=_dissatisfaction_] with the current administration.
- There was widespread discontent [=(less commonly) _discontentment_] over the court's ruling.
— opposite contentment
Britannica Dictionary definition of DISCONTENT
[more discontent; most discontent]
:
not pleased or satisfied
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- Polls show that voters are growing increasingly discontent.
— discontentment
noun
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