Meaning & Definition of word "Dissatisfied"
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Dissatisfied
/ˌdɪsˈsætɪsfaɪd/
adjective:
- 1. feeling or showing a lack of satisfaction; unhappy with something.
- Example: She felt dissatisfied with the service at the restaurant.
- 2. not content or pleased with something.
- Example: After the meeting, many employees were dissatisfied with the new policies.
- 3. experiencing discontent or displeasure with one's circumstances.
- Example: The students were dissatisfied with their grades and demanded a review.
- 4. expressing or reflecting a sense of disappointment.
- Example: He had a dissatisfied look on his face after hearing the news.
Etymology
The word 'dissatisfied' comes from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' and 'satisfied', which is derived from the Latin 'satisfacere', meaning 'to make enough'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dissatisfied customer:
A customer who is unhappy with a product or service.
dissatisfied with oneself:
Feeling regret or disappointment about one's own actions or life choices.
Related Words
dissatisfaction:
The state of being dissatisfied.
satisfaction:
The state of being satisfied.
Slang Meanings of dissatisfied
Meaning: fed up
Example Sentence: I'm so fed up with this job; I need a change.
Meaning: over it
Example Sentence: I'm just over it; nothing ever goes my way.