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displeased

/dɪsˈplizd/
/dɪsˈplizd/
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Other forms: displeasedly

Definitions of displeased
  1. adjective
    not pleased; experiencing or manifesting displeasure
    synonyms:
    discontent, discontented
    showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing
    annoyed, irritated, miffed, nettled, peeved, riled, roiled, steamed, stung
    aroused to impatience or anger
    browned off, cheesed off, exasperated
    greatly annoyed; out of patience
    disgusted, fed up, sick, sick of, tired of
    having a strong distaste from surfeit
    frowning
    showing displeasure or anger
    offended, pained
    hurt or upset
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    antonyms:
    pleased
    experiencing or manifesting pleasure
    content, contented
    satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are
    amused, diverted, entertained
    pleasantly occupied
    bucked up, encouraged
    inspired with confidence
    chuffed
    very pleased
    delighted
    greatly pleased
    gratified
    having received what was desired
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