displeased
word · lemma: displease
Definition
Feeling unhappy, annoyed, or dissatisfied with something or someone.
Usage & Nuances
'Displeased' is formal or semi-formal, and is softer than 'angry.' Common with 'with' or 'about': 'displeased with the results.' Less intense than 'upset' or 'furious.' Not often used in spoken casual English.
Spanish: disgustado - descontentoPortuguese (BR): descontente - insatisfeitoPortuguese (PT): descontente - insatisfeitoChinese (Simplified): 不悦 - 不高兴Chinese (Traditional): 不悅 - 不高興Hindi: असंतुष्टArabic: غير راضٍ - مستاء
Example Sentences
She looked displeased with her test score.
basic
My father was displeased about the mess in the kitchen.
basic
The teacher seemed displeased with our homework.
basic
He left the meeting looking clearly displeased.
natural
If you’re displeased with the service, you should let someone know.
natural
"You seem a bit displeased today—something happen at work?"
natural