aggrieved

ag·grieved

adj \ə-ˈgrēvd\

Definition of AGGRIEVED

1

: troubled or distressed in spirit

2

a : suffering from an infringement or denial of legal rights <aggrieved minority groups> b : showing or expressing grief, injury, or offense <an aggrieved plea>

— ag·griev·ed·ly \-ˈgrē-vəd-lē\ adverb

Examples of AGGRIEVED

1. He felt aggrieved by their refusal to meet with him.
2. The aggrieved party may cancel the contract.

First Known Use of AGGRIEVED

14th century

Related to AGGRIEVED

Synonyms: discontented, discontent, disgruntled, displeased, dissatisfied, malcontent

Antonyms: content, contented, gratified, pleased, satisfied

Related Words: disappointed, disenchanted, disillusioned, frustrated, unfulfilled; disquieted, disturbed, perturbed, upset; dejected, depressed, despairing, despondent, disconsolate, doleful, down, downcast, downhearted, forlorn, hangdog, inconsolable, joyless, low-spirited, miserable, mournful, sad, sorrowful, unhappy

Near Antonyms: blissful, delighted, glad, happy, joyful, joyous; elated, exultant, jubilant, triumphant

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Rhymes with AGGRIEVED

bereaved, broad-leaved, relieved