dissatisfied

adjective

dis·​sat·​is·​fied (ˌ)di(s)-ˈsa-təs-ˌfīd 

: expressing or showing lack of satisfaction : not pleased or satisfied

dissatisfied customers

dissatisfied with his response

Synonyms of dissatisfied

• frustrated
• displeased
• disillusioned
• discontented
• unhappy
• aggrieved
• disgruntled
• disappointed

Examples of dissatisfied in a Sentence

the store prides itself on never allowing a customer to walk away dissatisfied

Recent Examples on the Web

At a time when Democrats have grown dissatisfied with the party establishment, Platner seemed like an appealing alternative. — Kimberlee Kruesi, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

The city administrator role was created in February because the City Council was continually dissatisfied with Hulsey’s execution of his duties as mayor. — Rachel Royster july 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 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

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

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1630, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for dissatisfied

• acetamide
• acetonide
• acidified
• antimonide
• beatified
• benzaldehyde
• borohydride
• chalcogenide
• commodified
• decalcified
• declassified
• disaccharide