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/prəˌfɛʃənəl dɪsˈkɛntɪnt/ · pro.fes.sion.al dis.con.tent
noun
  1. A feeling of unhappiness or dissatisfaction with one's job or profession, often stemming from unfulfilled expectations or grievances. The union representative cited professional discontent among the workers as the primary reason for the strike.
noun
  1. A state of being unhappy or dissatisfied with one's professional life, often characterized by feelings of frustration or disillusionment. After years of working in a toxic environment, she finally found the courage to express her professional discontent and seek a new job.
Did you know? The concept of professional discontent has been explored in various works of literature, including the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, where the character of Jay Gatsby's professional discontent is a recurring theme.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026