dissatisfaction

noun

(ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
Definition of dissatisfactionnext
1
as in discontent
the condition of being dissatisfied with one's life or situation a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale

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2
as in disappointment
the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met she felt keen dissatisfaction at the hurried job the house painters had done

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Recent Examples of dissatisfaction The Flamingo Revolution reflects dissatisfaction with Albania’s democratic institutions 35 years after the fall of Communism. — Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026 Trump’s approval rating stands at 37% amid dissatisfaction of his handling of the Iran conflict and its effect on the economy, a new Washington Post-Ipsos poll found. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 20 July 2026 His predecessor, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, stepped down after two years in leadership amid growing public dissatisfaction with the country’s direction. — Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026 The report’s recommendations, however, reportedly centered on managing dissatisfaction rather than addressing demands for systemic change. — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dissatisfaction
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissatisfaction
  1. discontent
  2. disappointment
  3. displeasure
  4. frustration
  5. dismay
Noun
  • The Telegram restrictions have elicited widespread discontent in Russia, and this year activists in multiple regions tried to organize protests against it, but authorities quashed nearly all their attempts.
    — Dasha Litvinova, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • When in May the government admitted that the exam papers for medical and dental courses had been leaked and that millions would have to re-sit nationwide, long held discontent exploded into widespread anger.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Definition of discontent
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  • Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, is a two-hour trip from London and a number of ticket-holders expressed their disappointment online, alleging to have arrived from as far afield as Canada.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 29 July 2026
  • The 54-year-old will take over from longtime head coach Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after the 2026 World Cup, which ended in disappointment for Les Bleus.
    — Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Definition of disappointment
Noun
  • That was over displeasure with his poor attendance at board meetings the year prior, when Hoag had an attendance rate of 50%.
    — Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 July 2026
  • Try not to get too defensive if someone else expresses their displeasure.
    — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Definition of displeasure
Noun
  • Big brands, which are highly sensitive to public pressure, have become an easy target for frustration.
    — Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Early today, the Pisces Moon may stir private doubts or behind-the-scenes frustration as Venus highlights work and wellness .
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of frustration
Noun
  • Lionfish supplanted indigenous stocks like the red mullet to the dismay of fishers, who have seen local varieties popular with customers greatly diminish.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026
  • Later, their tentative friendship turns into something more passionate — to the dismay of eavesdropping Asla, who realizes she is not the party Helge’s charm was aimed at.
    — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 26 July 2026
Definition of dismay

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