Definition

Causing feelings of dissatisfaction or unhappiness.

Example

The discontenting news about the project left everyone feeling uneasy.

Conversation

I was reading that new book, and honestly, it was a bit discontenting at times.

Really? I thought it was supposed to be a great read!

Yeah, it had some good parts, but overall it left me feeling discontenting about the characters.

That's too bad! I hate when books do that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Discontenting → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "content" (from Latin "contentus", meaning satisfied or pleased) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action of). The word "discontenting" means the action of causing someone to feel unsatisfied or displeased.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dis-' meaning apart or away, and 'content' meaning satisfied. This helps you remember that discontenting is the act of making someone feel unsatisfied.

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