Definition

Feeling unhappy or dissatisfied with something.

Example

She felt discontented with her job and wanted to find a new one.

Conversation

I've been feeling a bit discontented lately with my job.

Really? What’s bothering you about it?

I just feel like I'm not challenged enough and it's making me uneasy.

I get that. Sometimes a change can really help boost your mood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Discontented → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "content" (from Latin "contentus", meaning satisfied or pleased) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "discontented" means in a state of being not satisfied or pleased.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'away from' ('dis-') feeling 'satisfied' ('content') — that's why discontented means not feeling satisfied.

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