decrease contentment

[dɪˈkris ˈkɒntɛntmənt]
verb phrase
diminuir a satisfação
1. to reduce or lessen the state of satisfaction, happiness, or peace of mind
The constant delays decreased contentment among the employees.
Os atrasos constantes diminuíram a satisfação entre os funcionários.
2. to cause someone to feel less pleased or satisfied with their circumstances
Unfair treatment will decrease contentment in any workplace.
O tratamento injusto diminuirá a satisfação em qualquer ambiente de trabalho.
In Brazilian culture, contentment and satisfaction are highly valued in both professional and personal relationships. Phrases describing a decrease in contentment are often used to discuss workplace morale issues or relationship conflicts, reflecting the importance of harmony (harmonia) in social interactions.
NYC Slang
harshing someone's mellow
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reduce satisfactiondiminish happinesslower moraleundermine peace of minderode fulfillment
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase contentmentenhance satisfactionboost moraleimprove happiness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
diminuir a satisfação
most common and neutral expression
Rio de Janeiro
tirar a satisfação de alguém
colloquial variant meaning 'to take away someone's satisfaction'
São Paulo
reduzir o contentamento
more formal, used in business contexts
Portugal
diminuir a satisfação
similar to Brazilian Portuguese, with slightly more formal tone

Related Words

dissatisfactiondiscontentunhappinessfrustrationdiscontentment

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the joy out of something
rain on someone's parade
dampen someone's spirits
sour grapes
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