as in dissatisfied
having a feeling that one has been wronged or thwarted in one's ambitions
The homeowner was unsatisfied with the contractor's work and asked him to redo it.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
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.
Recent Examples of unsatisfied
That said, 12 films won awards across 23 categories, so few people inside the ceremony could come off as unsatisfied.
—
Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 5 Jan. 2026
Still, lawmakers from both parties remain unsatisfied.
—Andrea Hsu, NPR, 21 Dec. 2025
That revenge, even when served cold, is also a dish likely to leave you feeling unsatisfied in the end?
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 Nov. 2025
Google doubled down in its response on Friday to the European Commission’s landmark September decision that found its adtech business breached antitrust rules, by rejecting a breakup of the business — a move that could cause the EU to force a divestiture if left unsatisfied with Google’s remedies.
—semafor.com, 14 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unsatisfied
Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 5 Jan. 2026
Still, lawmakers from both parties remain unsatisfied.
—Andrea Hsu, NPR, 21 Dec. 2025
That revenge, even when served cold, is also a dish likely to leave you feeling unsatisfied in the end?
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 Nov. 2025
Google doubled down in its response on Friday to the European Commission’s landmark September decision that found its adtech business breached antitrust rules, by rejecting a breakup of the business — a move that could cause the EU to force a divestiture if left unsatisfied with Google’s remedies.
—semafor.com, 14 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unsatisfied
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsatisfied
Adjective
-
Meanwhile, members of Congress are likely to face some angry, dissatisfied voters — with the year’s first major primary day fast approaching on March 3.—
Marissa Martinez,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
-
Voters appear mostly dissatisfied with how Trump and congressional Republicans have handled the economy, giving Democrats a leg up going into this year’s elections.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Gonzaga coach Mark Few, no doubt displeased that Santa Clara made seven of its first nine shots in the half, called for a timeout.—
Jeff Faraudo,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
-
As great as Antetokounmpo is, the harsh reality is that every player who gets tied to trade proposals as a result of his availability is likely displeased to be part of that discussion.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
But obviously, a little disappointed.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Feb. 2026
-
Rightly disappointed, Warren wasn’t entirely terrified.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Erica Moore, 46, who spent 11 nights in a hotel with her dog and two cats, said she was most frustrated by the poor communication from Nashville Electric Service.—
Bracey Harris,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
-
Still, the optics are deeply damaging for an already frustrated king and the Prince of Wales, multiple royal experts told Fox News Digital.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Unsatisfied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsatisfied. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
