dissatisfied

adjective

dis·​sat·​is·​fied (ˌ)di(s)-ˈsa-təs-ˌfīd How to pronounce dissatisfied (audio)
Synonyms of dissatisfiednext
: expressing or showing lack of satisfaction : not pleased or satisfied
dissatisfied customers
dissatisfied with his response

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Examples of dissatisfied in a Sentence

the store prides itself on never allowing a customer to walk away dissatisfied
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Those who raised concerns are said to be dissatisfied with the outcome. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 5 June 2026 Rural and urban voters are dissatisfied. — Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026 Inflation is a sore spot for Americans, who are growing more dissatisfied with the economy, according to polls and consumer surveys. — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 1 July 2026 The all-time great, whose real name is Stephen Farrelly, was reportedly dissatisfied with his contract extension offer. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dissatisfied

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1630, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dissatisfied was circa 1630

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“Dissatisfied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissatisfied. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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