displeasure

noun

dis·​plea·​sure (ˌ)dis-ˈple-zhər 

-ˈplā-

1

: the feeling of one that is displeased : disfavor

2

: discomfort, unhappiness

3

archaic : offense, injury

Synonyms of displeasure

• disapproval

Examples of displeasure in a Sentence

The meeting will give people who object to the policy a chance to voice their displeasure.

Fans showed their displeasure at the umpire's call by booing loudly.

Recent Examples on the Web

Over the past month, the union has sought to escalate its displeasure both with FIFA and Legends. —Adam Crafton, New York Times, 29 May 2026

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot’s decision to now ask French prosecutors to determine whether criminal charges might be warranted is an additional signal of Paris’ displeasure. —Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026

Blaming American negotiators Despite Israel’s displeasure with the emerging agreement, its relatively muted response stands in stark contrast to the fierce campaign Netanyahu waged against the 2015 Iran nuclear deal signed by former President Barack Obama. —Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 29 May 2026

The growing displeasure with Martin’s leadership isn’t ideological. —Michelle Goldberg, Mercury News, 29 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for displeasure

• countermeasure
• leisure
• measure
• pleasure
• treasure

Kids Definition

displeasure

noun

dis·​plea·​sure (ˈ)dis-ˈplezh-ər 

-ˈplāzh-

: a feeling of dislike and irritation : dissatisfaction