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Definition of Discounteto make someone ashamed through disappExamples of Discountenance in a senThe selfish scrooge likes to discountenance all programs that help the needy since he disproves of giving in any form. As CEO, the picky leader will discountenance the production of any product he doesn’t see as a money-maker. The meddling mother-in-law did her best to … [Read more...] about Discountenance used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disa reduction of the usually price of an object or seExamples of Discount in a senThe winter clothing is being offered with a discount since it now summertime. A discount is given on theme park tickets to members of the military and their family members. I hoped that the store would give me a discount, but I ended up paying full price. A ten-percent … [Read more...] about Discount used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discoharsh or unpleasant in Examples of Discordant in a senThe frightened cat gave a discordant shriek and jumped on top of the table. Without proper guidance, the band produces discordant music that no one wants to hear. Although Janice has been taking singing lessons for over a year, she still sounds discordant every time she performs. The discordant … [Read more...] about Discordant used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discorlack of agreExamples of Discordance in a senIf there is discordance between a husband and a wife, it is better to solve the disagreement as peacefully as possible. The council couldn’t come to an agreement thanks to the discordance between all of its members. The great discordance between the two siblings on where to eat caused them to get separate … [Read more...] about Discordance used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Ditension or strife resulting from a lack of agreExamples of Discord in a senKnowing that discord is destructive in the classroom, the teacher wanted to foster a sense of community among her students. There was discord amongst the members of the committee on how they should allot their funds. Their relationship was fraught with discord because they lacked … [Read more...] about Discord used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discontidisconnection; a break in Examples of Discontinuity in a senNew changes in government policies led to a discontinuity in which people weren’t sure which law to follow. The discontinuity between the team members left a separation between the offense and defense that caused the Ravens to lose several games. A discontinuity in the rocks existed in the … [Read more...] about Discontinuity used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disconto stop doing or making someExamples of Discontinue in a sen1. Nike decided to discontinue the new brand of shoes when sales didn’t reach expected levels. 2. The florist will discontinue the sale tomorrow, so we should buy the marked down flowers today. 3. Since few orders were placed for the juice, the manufacturer decided to discontinue production … [Read more...] about Discontinue used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discontinthe act of discontinuing someExamples of Discontinuance in a senI always get irritated when I remember the discontinuance of my favorite show, since they ended it in the middle of a season. Once it was made obsolete, the discontinuance of floppy disk manufacturing was a foregone conclusion. While he had promised to do so, I was actually surprised … [Read more...] about Discontinuance used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discounhappiness, not being at peace with a situation or circumsExamples of Discontent in a senBecause of the increase in police related shootings, unhappiness and discontent spread through the city. Discontent filled the heart of the underpaid worker slaving away at her dead-end job. Taxpayers felt discontent after finding out the mayor had been stealing … [Read more...] about Discontent used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disconssad beyond comforting; inconsoExamples of Disconsolate in a senThe little girl was so disconsolate after her puppy ran away that her parents put up posters all over the neighborhood. Anticipating that the prisoner would be disconsolate at receiving a life sentence, the judge decided to hand down the punishment in closed court. Nicole was … [Read more...] about Disconsolate used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discoto break a conneExamples of Disconnect in a senBefore the burglar entered the house, he decided to disconnect the phone lines so the homeowners couldn’t contact the police. If you disconnect the television from the outlet, the screen will no longer show a picture. Tired of the constant messages from creditors, the debtor decided to disconnect the … [Read more...] about Disconnect used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disconcetending to cause discomfort, uneasiness or alarm; unsettling; troubling; upsetExamples of Disconcerting in a senI found it very disconcerting to be in the wedding of my former boyfriend. As a middle school counselor, Mrs. Jackson became aware of a disconcerting trend among the students to repeat whatever was said by their teachers. I couldn’t shake … [Read more...] about Disconcerting used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Disconcunsettled or conExamples of Disconcerted in a senThe boxer disconcerted his now rattled opponent by moving forward with his left hand and delivering a knock-out blow with his right. A freak accident in the middle of the highway disconcerted the injured driver, leaving her dazed and confused. The pushy reported disconcerted the politician by asking … [Read more...] about Disconcerted used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discoto upset, frustrate, or embaExamples of Disconcert in a senJohn would disconcert his parents by not coming home after school. She didn't tell her parents that she was failing math because she didn't want to disconcert them. Rarely embarrassed, the comedian said it would take much effort to disconcert him. When the item was sold out, the shopkeeper … [Read more...] about Disconcert used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Discoto diExamples of Discompose in a senBrian is sleeping right now, and will probably be irritated if we discompose him. I see no reason to discompose the pastor right now, as he is in the middle of a sermon. A student that seeks to discompose the attentiveness of the classroom is always a problem for teachers. Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Discompose used in sentence example & words in English