displeasure
n. uncountable C1 Advanced US //dɪsˈpɫɛʒɝ// UK //dɪsplˈɛʒɐ// dis·plea·sure
n. a feeling of being unhappy or annoyed with someone or something. It is a more formal way to say you are not pleased.
n. a feeling of annoyance, dissatisfaction, or mild anger. Often used to describe the reaction of an authority figure to a subordinate's actions.
The manager showed his displeasure with the late report.
She made no attempt to hide her displeasure when the meeting was delayed for the third time.
The monarch's quiet displeasure was enough to silence the room, as even a subtle frown from the throne carried significant political weight.
From Old French desplaisir, equivalent to dis- + pleasure. See displease.
Usage
Uncountable in its general sense; often follows verbs like 'show', 'express', or 'voice'.