unsatisfied

adjective

un·​sat·​is·​fied ˌən-ˈsa-təs-ˌfīd How to pronounce unsatisfied (audio)
Synonyms of unsatisfiednext
: not satisfied
He is unsatisfied with the direction his life has taken.
unsatisfied customers

Examples of unsatisfied in a Sentence

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Dragstrem, who focuses more on production, has messed around with it but was left unsatisfied; McGill, who’s more lyrics-driven, wants nothing to do with the tech. Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 30 May 2026 Parents want more time with their children, and most are also unsatisfied with their current work and childcare schedule, according to a new national survey that includes insights from Texas parents. Lina Ruiz may 28, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2026 Reigns already beat Fatu at Backlash, but Fatu was unsatisfied. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026 The status quo leaves all parties unsatisfied. Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unsatisfied

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unsatisfied was in the 15th century

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“Unsatisfied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsatisfied. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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