miscontent1
/ˌmɪskənˈtɛnt/Chiefly Scottish in early use. Now somewhat rare
noun
Discontent; dissatisfaction or annoyance; an instance of this.
Origin
Late 16th century; earliest use found in Thomas Hughes (fl. 1571–1623), lawyer and playwright. From mis- + content. Compare earlier miscontent, miscontent.
miscontent2
/ˌmɪskənˈtɛnt/Now archaic and regional
adjective
Not content; discontented, dissatisfied; ill-pleased. In early use frequently with of, with.
Origin
Early 16th century; earliest use found in William Horman (1457–1535), schoolmaster and grammarian. From mis- + content. Compare Middle French mescontent; also Italian †miscontento. Compare earlier miscontent and miscontenting.