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

Brooks also expressed displeasure with the officiating after the game, which has become a common theme for opponents of the Thunder’s physical brand of basketball. —Andrew Greif, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026

Royals fans expressed their displeasure Monday night. —Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026

Residents who feel their concerns are being ignored are making their displeasure known at the ballot box. —Anusha Mathur, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was one of many fans who took to social media to voice his displeasure with the service cutting out. —Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 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