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Definitions of Displeasure

Pronunciation : Dis*pleas"ure
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Pref. dis- + pleasure: cf. OF. desplaisir, F. d?plaisir. Cf. Displease.]
Definition : 1. The feeling of one who is displeased; irritation or uneasiness of the mind, occasioned by anything that counteracts desire or command, or which opposes justice or a sense of propriety; disapprobation; dislike; dissatisfaction; disfavor; indignation. O Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure. Ps. vi. 1. Undoubtedly he will relent, and turn From his displeasure. Milton.

2. That which displeases; cause of irritation or annoyance; offense; injury. Hast thou delight to see a wretched man Do outrage and displeasure to himself Shak.

3. State of disgrace or disfavor; disfavor. [Obs.] He went into Poland, being in displeasure with the pope for overmuch familiarity. Peacham.

Syn. -- Dissatisfaction; disapprobation; disfavor; distaste; dislike; anger; hate; aversion; indignation; offense.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913

Pronunciation : Dis*pleas"ure
Part of Speech : v.
Definition : Defn: To displease. [Obs.] Bacon.

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Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913

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