dissatisfaction

noun

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

: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent

Synonyms

• discontent
• 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

This reflects a broader cultural trend of dissatisfaction and radicalization among young people. —Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025

Democrats are hoping that growing dissatisfaction with his economic plans can carry them to victory in several key races. —Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025

Married women, however, report higher stress, less freedom, and greater dissatisfaction. —Vanessa Bennett, SELF, 10 Sep. 2025

These findings show that dissatisfaction on dating apps reflects a systemic issue where superficiality and inflated expectations dominate the online dating landscape. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 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