disgruntled

[dis-gruhn-tld] / dɪsˈgrʌn tld /

ADJECTIVE

unhappy; critical

Synonyms

STRONGEST

annoyed irritated testy

STRONG

bellyaching crabbing disappointed discontent discontented displeased dissatisfied griping grousing kicking kvetching peeved vexed

WEAK

bad tempered crabby cranky grouchy grumpy irritable malcontent malcontented peevish petulant put out sulky sullen uncontent ungratified

Antonyms

STRONG

contented happy pleased satisfied

WEAK

uncritical

Example Sentences

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Even if you don’t have frequent-flier status, negotiating some sort of reimbursement is still worth it, Maharishi said, as it’s in an airline’s best interest to appease disgruntled customers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Now they’re stuck having to find a solution for Crosby, a disgruntled player who had already packed his bags and may now be viewed as damaged goods.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

The French government said Monday it would authorise the shooting of wolves that attack livestock even outside protected enclosures, a policy shift welcomed by farmers, a powerful and increasingly disgruntled constituency.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Viewed through the disgruntled servant’s bias, the 17-year-old Catherine of the book appears monstrous and mythic.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

With a disgruntled sigh, the captain grabbed a blanket from the nearby sofa and tossed it over her.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas

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