Choose the correct synonym of the word:- 'Disgruntled'
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Dissatisfied
Disgruntled means annoyed and unhappy because things have not gone the way one wanted. Its synonym is dissatisfied.
Example: Disgruntled passengers complained about the delayed train.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Contented | happy and satisfied (the antonym of disgruntled) | The contented cat purred by the fire. |
| (2) Dissatisfied (answer) | not pleased or content with something (both words describe someone unhappy with how things are) | The customer was dissatisfied with the service. |
| (3) Dismayed | shocked and upset by something unexpected (it is about sudden alarm, not ongoing discontent) | We were dismayed to find the shop closed. |
| (4) Disgraced | having lost respect or honour because of bad conduct (it has nothing to do with being dissatisfied) | The disgraced minister resigned. |
| Synonyms of disgruntled: dissatisfied, discontented, displeased, resentful Antonyms of disgruntled: contented, satisfied, pleased, happy Also asked in CUET (UG): dismay – 18-05-2026 Slot 1, 22-05-2023 Slot 1, 08-08-2022 Slot 1 |