discontent Meaning & Definition
What Does Discontent Mean?
Discontent is used as a noun meaning Dissatisfaction. It can also mean A longing for better times or circumstances. As a verb, it means To deprive of contentment; to make uneasy; to dissatisfy. As an adjective, it means Not content; discontented; dissatisfied.
Discontent at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌdɪskənˈtɛnt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | discontentment, discontented and discontentedness |
| Antonyms | content and contentment |
| Plural | discontents |
| Comparative / superlative | more discontent, most discontent |
| Verb forms | discontents, discontenting, discontented |
Discontent Definition (Noun)
- Dissatisfaction.
- A longing for better times or circumstances.
- A discontented person; a malcontent.
Discontent as a Verb
- To deprive of contentment; to make uneasy; to dissatisfy.
Discontent as an Adjective
- Not content; discontented; dissatisfied.
Synonyms of Discontent
Discontent synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Discontent
Discontent in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
discontent (countable and uncountable, plural discontents)
discontent (third-person singular simple present discontents, present participle discontenting, simple past and past participle discontented)
discontent (comparative more discontent, superlative most discontent)
Words That Rhyme With Discontent
Origin of Discontent
From dis- + content.
How to Pronounce Discontent
Discontent is pronounced //ˌdɪskənˈtɛnt// and has 1 syllable.
Discontent: Your Questions Answered
Is discontent a noun or a verb?
Discontent is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb and an adjective.
What is another word for discontent?
Close synonyms of discontent are discontentment, discontented and discontentedness. See the full list of discontent synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of discontent?
Words opposite in meaning to discontent are content and contentment.
What is the plural of discontent?
The plural of discontent is discontents.
What is the past tense of discontent?
The past tense of discontent is discontented. The present participle is discontenting.