Difference between Disaffected and Discontent

Disaffected

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To cause a loss of affection, sympathy or loyalty in; to alienate or estrange.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: alienated or estranged rebellious or resentful; without regard for authority

Discontent

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Dissatisfaction.A longing for better times or circumstances.A discontented person. (see also malcontent).

Example sentence: Persuade thyself that imperfection and inconvenience are the natural lot of mortals, and there will be no room for discontent, neither for despair.