Synonyms of displeasure
10 similar words · 8 opposite words
Another word for displeasure is disapproval. Other synonyms of displeasure are unhappiness, discontentment and disapprobation. The opposite of displeasure is pleasure.
Synonyms and similar words for displeasure
nounA feeling of being displeased with something or someone; dissatisfaction; disapproval.
- discontent
- discontentmentA state of dissatisfaction or discontent.
- dissatisfaction
- unhappinessThe feeling of not being happy.
- condemnation
- disapprobationAn act or expression of condemnation or disapproval, especially on moral grounds.
- disapprovalThe act of disapproving; condemnation.
nounThat which displeases; cause of irritation or annoyance; offence; injury.
Opposite of displeasure
nounAntonym(s) of “feeling of being displeased with someone or something”.
- contentment
- happiness
- pleasureA state of being pleased or contented; gratification.
- satisfaction
nounAntonym(s) of “pain, discomfort”.
nounAntonym(s) of “disapproval”.
- approbationThe act of approving; an assenting to the propriety of a thing with some degree of pleasure or satisfaction; approval...
- approval
- blessing
Meaning of displeasure
- noun A feeling of being displeased with something or someone; dissatisfaction; disapproval.
- noun That which displeases; cause of irritation or annoyance; offence; injury.
- noun A state of disgrace or disfavour.
displeasure in other languages
Questions about synonyms of displeasure
- What is another word for displeasure?
- Displeasure has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as disapproval, unhappiness, discontentment and disapprobation.
- What is the opposite of displeasure?
- The opposite of displeasure is pleasure. Other antonyms of displeasure are approbation and approval.
- What does displeasure mean?
- Displeasure means a feeling of being displeased with something or someone; dissatisfaction; disapproval.
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