dissatisfaction

noun

dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
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: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent

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There was widespread dissatisfaction with the President and his administration. a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale
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The visits come as Republicans are gearing up for a potentially torturous election cycle amid broad voter dissatisfaction on a slew of issues, including the economy, war with Iran and Trump himself. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026 These gaps contribute to quality issues, delayed AI adoption, slower service delivery, employee burnout, and customer dissatisfaction. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026 Surveys of residents show deep dissatisfaction about the quality of life. — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026 What readers are saying The comments express dissatisfaction with the article, criticizing it for being unhelpful and lacking detailed information. — John Csiszar, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dissatisfaction

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First Known Use

circa 1617, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dissatisfaction was circa 1617

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“Dissatisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissatisfaction. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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dissatisfaction

noun
dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)dis-ˌ(s)at-əs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied
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