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.