discontentment
/ˌdis+/ (ame, mw)
discontentment — noun
1. the unhappy, unsettled feeling that comes from believing you deserve better trea
the unhappy, unsettled feeling that comes from believing you deserve better treatment, more opportunities, or an improved situation than what you currently have
A feeling of discontentment spread among the factory workers after their wages were cut again.
uncountable: discontentment + among [group]
Mei-Lin could not hide her discontentment when her manager took credit for her project ideas.
The growing discontentment with the city's public transport system led to a series of community meetings.
Vikram felt a quiet discontentment with his career, even though his salary and benefits were comfortable.
Signs of discontentment appeared in the team when the new rules required everyone to work extra hours without pay.
- dissatisfaction
the mildest and most common alternative; works for specific complaints (e.g., dissatisfaction with a meal), while discontentment suggests a deeper unease
- discontent
shorter and slightly more common; nearly identical in meaning, but discontentment often sounds more emotional or restless
- restlessness
focuses on the urge to leave or change rather than the unhappy feeling itself
- unhappiness
broader — can refer to any sadness or sorrow, not only about one's circumstances
- contentment
the direct opposite; a peaceful feeling of satisfaction with what one has
- satisfaction
feeling pleased because expectations or needs have been met
文法句型
discontentment + with + noun phrase
discontentment + among + plural noun phrase
feel/express discontentment
用法筆記
Unlike 'dissatisfaction', which can refer to small, specific complaints, discontentment suggests a deeper, more lasting unhappiness with one's overall situation.