noun
- people who are dissatisfied and complain frequently about their situation or government
Usage: plural form of malcontent
Examples
- The malcontents gathered in the town square to protest the new policies.
- Political malcontents often organize opposition movements.
- The company tried to address the concerns of malcontents among its employees.
- History shows that malcontents sometimes spark important social changes.
- The king worried about malcontents plotting against his rule.
- Several malcontents were arrested after the demonstration turned violent.