verb (used with object) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

displease, annoy, upset

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Example Sentences

Example:The new policy displease many of the employees.

Definition:To make (someone) unhappy or dissatisfied; to disappoint.

From displease

Example:The sudden noise annoyed her.

Definition:To make (someone) feel irritated or upset; to bother (someone).

From annoy

Example:He was upset by the news of his father's illness.

Definition:To disturb or trouble (someone) deeply; to make (someone) angry or sad.

From upset