Malcontent
/ˌmæl.kənˈtɛnt/noun
A person who is dissatisfied or rebellious, often expressing discontent.
Did you know?The term dates back to the Renaissance, reflecting a time when discontent often led to revolutions and dramatic societal changes.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
malcontentem
“Dissatisfied or discontented.”
Old French
Old French
malcontent
“Discontented; literally means 'badly satisfied'.”
16th Century
English
malcontent
“A term used for people rebelling against authority.”
Modern English
English
malcontent
“Used to describe a person perpetually unhappy or dissatisfied.”
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