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displeasure noun [ dɪsˈplɛʒə ]

• a feeling of annoyance or disapproval.
• "he started hanging around the local pubs, much to the displeasure of his mother"
Similar: annoyance, irritation, crossness, infuriation, anger, vexation, wrath, pique, chagrin, rancour, resentment, indignation, exasperation, dissatisfaction, discontent, discontentment, discontentedness, disgruntlement, disfavour, disapproval, disapprobation, disgust, distaste, offence, perturbation, disturbance, discomposure, upset, dismay, aggravation, ire, choler,
Opposite: pleasure, satisfaction,

displeasure verb

• annoy; displease.
• "not for worlds would I do aught that might displeasure thee"
Origin: late Middle English: from Old French desplaisir (see displease), influenced by pleasure.


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