disaffected
Translation
disaffected, discontented, alienated
Examples
The disaffected youth felt ignored by the government.
The disaffected youth felt ignored by the government.
He became disaffected with the company's policies.
He became disaffected with the company's policies.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) disaffected ((noun)) The disaffected youth felt ignored.
((with sth.)) disaffected ((with sth.)) He became disaffected with the company's policies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: discontented, dissatisfied, alienated; Antonyms: contented, loyal
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (not) + 'affected' (in the sense of 'disposed or inclined'). It means no longer satisfied with or loyal to a group or beliefs.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone's 'affection' for a group or idea has been 'disconnected' (dis-). They are no longer attached.