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mécontentement

discontent, dissatisfaction

noun meh-kohn-tent-MAHN Rare

Usage Note

Mécontentement is the noun form of the adjective mécontent (discontented, unhappy). It expresses a state of unhappiness or displeasure, often with a situation or authority, and is common in political and social reporting. The antonym is contentement (contentment, satisfaction).

Examples

"Son mécontentement était visible."

Natural Translation

His dissatisfaction was visible.

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