discontented
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- discontentedly adverb
- discontentedness noun
- prediscontented adjective
- self-discontented adjective
Etymology
Origin of discontented
First recorded in 1485–95; discontent + -ed 2
Example Sentences
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But it would seem discontented voters are not just drifting to Reform.
From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025
“No wonder that this results in an unhappy and discontented worker,” he wrote.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025
To the discontented rumors are feed, Mysaria tells her queen, advising her to let others do what she can’t.
From Salon • Jul. 18, 2024
Pineda was hailed by United as one of the league’s most promising young coaches, but his tenure was marred by inconsistent play, baffling losses and an increasingly discontented fan base.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2024
After this, Harriet grew more and more discontented.
From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry
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