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discontent

Pronunciation: /dɪskənˈtɛnt/
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Definition of discontent

noun

[mass noun]
  • dissatisfaction with one’s circumstances; lack of contentment:voters voiced discontent with both parties [count noun]:the discontents of the working class
  • [count noun] a person who is dissatisfied, typically with the prevailing social or political situation:the cause attracted a motley crew of discontents and zealots

adjective

  • dissatisfied: he was discontent with his wages

Derivatives

discontentment

noun

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