dissatisfaction

noun

dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən 

: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent

Synonyms

• discontent
• discontentedness
• discontentment
• disgruntlement
• displeasure

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

As the moon and sun harmonize, pinpoint the source of your dissatisfaction. —Usa Today, USA Today, 7 May 2025

While the decision is ultimately yours, trusted observers might notice patterns of dissatisfaction, your talents being underutilized, or personality mismatches with bosses or colleagues that no longer register for you. —Cynthia Pong, CNBC, 5 May 2025

Polling on Trump and The Economy Polling shows growing dissatisfaction with Donald Trump's handling of the economy. —Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025

Polls already show widespread dissatisfaction with Trump’s handling of the economy, and tariffs in particular, as Tuesday marks the 100th day of his second term. —Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1610, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing dissatisfaction

• self-dissatisfaction

Rhymes for dissatisfaction

• overreaction
• abstraction
• attraction
• compaction
• contraction
• detraction
• diffraction
• distraction
• exaction
• extraction
• impaction
• inaction

Kids Definition

dissatisfaction

noun

dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)dis-ˌ(s)at-əs-ˈfak-shən 

: the quality or state of being dissatisfied