Discontented

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈkɑntɛntɪd/

Definitions of discontented

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'discontented' describes a person who is dissatisfied or unhappy with their current situation.

Example Sentences

A1 She was discontented with the service at the restaurant.

A2 The students were discontented with the new school rules.

B1 The employees were discontented with their working conditions.

B2 The citizens were discontented with the government's decision.

C1 The artist was discontented with the lack of recognition for his work.

C2 The professor was discontented with the quality of research in his field.

Examples of discontented in a Sentence

formal The employees were discontented with the new management policies.

informal She's always been discontented with her job.

slang He's feeling pretty discontented about the whole situation.

figurative The stormy weather seemed to mirror her discontented mood.

Grammatical Forms of discontented

• past tense: discontented
• plural: discontented
• comparative: more discontented
• superlative: most discontented
• present tense: discontent
• future tense: will be discontented
• perfect tense: have been discontented
• continuous tense: is being discontented
• singular: discontented
• positive degree: discontented
• infinitive: to be discontented
• gerund: discontenting
• participle: discontented

Origin and Evolution of discontented

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'discontented' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'descontenter' which means to displease.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'discontented' has evolved to describe a state of dissatisfaction or unhappiness, often used to express a lack of contentment or fulfillment.