malcontent — a person who is dissatisfied and rebellious
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who is dissatisfied and rebellious
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmælkənˌtent/
Example Sentences
- The CEO tried to appease the malcontents with free pizza, but they wanted actual raises.
- Every revolution starts with a few malcontents who refuse to accept the status quo.
- The malcontent student complained about everything from the cafeteria food to the library's closing time.
malcontent
NOUN[/ˈmælkənˌtent/]
a person who is dissatisfied and rebellious
Dissatisfied and rebellious employee
The malcontent spreads discontent, while others stay content
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'malcontent', a compound of 'mal' (bad) and 'content' (satisfied). The term emerged in 16th-century France during the Wars of Religion, initially denoting political factions dissatisfied with royal policies.
Breakdown
mal- (bad, ill) + -content (satisfied, contented); literally 'badly satisfied' or 'dissatisfied'.
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📝Examples
“The CEO tried to appease the malcontents with free pizza, but they wanted actual raises.”
“Every revolution starts with a few malcontents who refuse to accept the status quo.”
“The malcontent student complained about everything from the cafeteria food to the library's closing time.”
“The king banished all malcontents from the court to maintain peace.”
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