disgruntled
word
Definition
To be unhappy, dissatisfied, or annoyed, especially because of something unfair or disappointing.
Usage & Nuances
Usually formal or semi-formal; describes a quiet, simmering dissatisfaction, often in workplaces or with services. Commonly used with 'employees', 'customers', or in phrases like 'disgruntled with'. Not as strong as 'angry' or 'furious'.
Spanish: descontento - disgustadoPortuguese (BR): descontente - insatisfeitoPortuguese (PT): descontente - insatisfeitoChinese (Simplified): 不满的 - 不高兴的Chinese (Traditional): 不滿的 - 不高興的Hindi: नाराज़ - असंतुष्टArabic: ساخط - متذمرBengali: অসন্তুষ্ট - বিরক্তRussian: недовольный - раздражённыйJapanese: 不満な - 不機嫌なVietnamese: bất mãn - không hài lòngKorean: 불만족한 - 불평하는Turkish: memnuniyetsiz - hoşnutsuzUrdu: ناراض - ناخوشIndonesian: tidak puas - kesal
Example Sentences
The disgruntled employee left early.
basic
The customers were disgruntled after waiting so long.
basic
She looked disgruntled with the results.
basic
He sounded pretty disgruntled over the new policy changes.
natural
After the meeting, several team members were visibly disgruntled.
natural
If you're feeling disgruntled, maybe we should talk about what's bothering you.
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