Meaning & Definition of word "Unsatisfied"

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    Unsatisfied

    /ˌʌnˈsætɪsfaɪd/

    adjective:

    • 1. Not satisfied or content; lacking fulfillment or gratification.
      • Example: Despite her efforts, she felt unsatisfied with the results of her project.
    • 2. Not having received what one hoped for or expected.
      • Example: He left the meeting feeling unsatisfied with the decision that was made.
    • 3. Expressing or showing discontent or lack of pleasure.
      • Example: The customer was unsatisfied with the quality of the service provided.
    • 4. In a state of wanting more; not having enough to feel completely fulfilled.
      • Example: After eating a small dinner, he still felt unsatisfied and wanted dessert.

    Etymology

    From 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'satisfied', from Latin 'satisfacere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    unsatisfied customer:

    A customer who is not happy with a product or service.

    unsatisfied desires:

    Wants or needs that have not been fulfilled.

    Related Words

    satisfaction:

    The state of being satisfied.

    dissatisfaction:

    The state of being dissatisfied.

    Slang Meanings of unsatisfied

    Meaning: Feeling let down

    Example Sentence: I was totally let down by that movie; it left me unsatisfied.

    Meaning: Lack of closure

    Example Sentence: That relationship ended on a weird note, and I'm feeling unsatisfied.