definition discontention
Learner's definition of DISCONTENT. [noncount] : a feeling of unhappiness or disapproval : a lack of contentment. The survey indicates public discontent [=dissatisfaction] with the current administration. There was widespread discontent [=(less commonly) discontentment] over the court's ruling. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples. â opposite contentment.