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disgruntle
[ dis-gruhn-tl ]
verb (used with object)
- to put into a state of sulky dissatisfaction; make discontent.
disgruntle
/ dɪsˈɡrʌntəl /
verb
- tr; usually passive to make sulky or discontented
Derived Forms
- disˈgruntlement, noun
Other Words From
- dis·gruntle·ment noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of disgruntle1
Word History and Origins
Origin of disgruntle1
Example Sentences
Forsyth’s novel, closely echoed in Fred Zinnemann’s 1973 film, was based in relatively current events, an assassination attempt on French president Charles de Gaulle by a veterans group disgruntled by Algerian independence.
In an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, Vance said that the multiple rejections of the former president from high-ranking advisers in Trump's first term are the work of "disgruntled former employees."
So Shipley is not going to balk – especially after telling disgruntled editorial staffers that he “owned” the decision on Friday, according to NPR.
But in the era of social media, even work painted and covered by a disgruntled property owner can become permanent.
In June disgruntled Kenyans went to the streets in deadly protests that erupted over unpopular tax hikes, and which exposed a deep rift between Ruto and Gachagua.
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