displeasure
noun
dis·plea·sure
(ˌ)dis-ˈple-zhər 
-ˈplā-
1
: the feeling of one that is displeased : disfavor
2
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.
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Palmeiras fans looked to make up around 80 per cent of those in attendance, waving flags, bouncing up and down, and whistling their displeasure at refereeing decisions.
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Adam Crafton, New York Times, 15 June 2025
Sears voiced his displeasure about a 3-and-2 pitch to Mike Trout, who walked on a pitch that appeared to be a strike.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 11 June 2025
Financial logistics aside, ensuring the organization’s branding and marketing is seemingly flawless is of the utmost importance, especially with critics quick to share their displeasure on social media.
—Michael Loré, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Steelers fans who were upset that Trump was gifted the jersey contacted the football team and relayed their displeasure, the Associated Press reported.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 4 June 2025
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Adam Crafton, New York Times, 15 June 2025
Sears voiced his displeasure about a 3-and-2 pitch to Mike Trout, who walked on a pitch that appeared to be a strike.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 11 June 2025
Financial logistics aside, ensuring the organization’s branding and marketing is seemingly flawless is of the utmost importance, especially with critics quick to share their displeasure on social media.
—Michael Loré, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Steelers fans who were upset that Trump was gifted the jersey contacted the football team and relayed their displeasure, the Associated Press reported.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 4 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for displeasure
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“Displeasure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/displeasure. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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displeasure
noun
dis·plea·sure
(ˈ)dis-ˈplezh-ər
-ˈplāzh-
: a feeling of dislike and irritation : dissatisfaction
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