Synonyms for

Dissatisfied

Verb / dɪˈsætʌˌsfaɪd / Another word for dissatisfied — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not pleased or content with something

Synonyms & similar words

disgruntled satisfy dissatisfy discontented displeased unsatisfied unhappy disgruntled unfulfilled frustrated disappointed restless restive disquieted malcontent grumpy grouchy crabby cantankerous testy peevish petulant querulous

Synonyms by register

Formal

discontented unfulfilled disaffected malcontent

Informal

bummed out let down not happy miffed

Literary

disquieted vexed chagrined

Antonyms

satisfied content pleased happy fulfilled gratified delighted

Common collocations

  • dissatisfied customer
  • dissatisfied with the results
  • deeply dissatisfied
  • dissatisfied employee
  • dissatisfied with the service
  • dissatisfied with the outcome
  • dissatisfied with life

Word family

noun dissatisfaction
adjective dissatisfied
adverb dissatisfiedly

Usage note

Often followed by 'with' to specify the object of dissatisfaction. It implies a lack of contentment or pleasure with a situation or outcome.

Example sentences

  1. The customer was dissatisfied with the product and asked for a refund.
  2. The student was dissatisfied with her grade and asked the teacher for extra credit.
  3. The employee was dissatisfied with her salary and decided to look for a new job.
  4. The traveler was dissatisfied with her hotel room and asked to be moved to a different one.
  5. The customer service representative apologized to the dissatisfied customer and offered a discount on her next purchase.

Quotes

  • No man is satisfied with his fortune, nor dissatisfied with his intellect.
  • The greatest wealth is to live content with little, for there is never want where the mind is satisfied.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.

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