Verdrossenheit

sulky disgruntlement, apathetic annoyance

noun fer-DROS-en-hite Rare

Also means

political/civic disenchantment

Usage Note

Verdrossenheit names a joyless, sulky dissatisfaction mixed with disengagement. Best known in the compound Politikverdrossenheit — voter apathy born of frustration with politics. Stronger and more enduring than Unlust.

Examples

"Die wachsende Verdrossenheit der Jugend gegenüber der Politik bereitet Sorgen."

Natural Translation

The growing disenchantment of young people toward politics is a cause for concern.

Literal Translation

The growing disgruntlement of youth toward politics causes worries.

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