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Malcontents Meaning in English

word · lemma: malcontent

ˌmæɫkənˈtɛnts
mal-kuhn-TENTS
mˈælkəntˌɛnts
mal-kuhn-TENTS

释义

People who are dissatisfied with the situation they are in, often complaining or challenging authority. Can refer to people who are rebellious or unhappy with decisions or conditions.

用法与细微差别

'Malcontents' is formal and slightly old-fashioned; common in political or historical contexts. Usually negative—implies persistent dissatisfaction or troublemaking. Not for minor complaints; use for those who actively resist or disrupt.

例句

The king worried about the malcontents in his country.

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The malcontents protested outside the city hall.

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Some workers became malcontents after the changes.

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Management called the group of malcontents in for a meeting to hear their concerns.

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The forum was filled with malcontents complaining about every rule change.

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The coach had to address a few malcontents who weren't happy with their roles on the team.

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