dissatisfaction

noun

dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent

Examples of dissatisfaction in a Sentence

There was widespread dissatisfaction with the President and his administration. a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
These discussions may seem minor, but mismatches in energy and intent can lead to dissatisfaction. Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025 Leaders including Hakeem Jeffries, Nancy Pelosi, and James Clyburn were said to privately express dissatisfaction with how Schumer handled the negotiations. Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025 On the 24th local time, U.S. President Trump stated that both Israel and Iran had violated the ceasefire agreement and expressed dissatisfaction with both sides. CNBC, 25 June 2025 Discourse began on social media about the couple, with commentary videos and recaps on TikTok, posts on threads, and replies in the comment sections, regarding the dissatisfaction of many viewers with the pairing. Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for dissatisfaction

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1610, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dissatisfaction was circa 1610

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Dissatisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissatisfaction. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

dissatisfaction

noun
dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)dis-ˌ(s)at-əs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied

More from Merriam-Webster on dissatisfaction

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!