dissatisfied
dihs-SA-tihs-fyd
Dissatisfied (adj) means not pleased or content; disappointed with how something turned out. Example: “Dissatisfied customers demanded a refund.”
adj
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Not pleased or content; disappointed with how something turned out.
"Dissatisfied customers demanded a refund."
"He felt dissatisfied with his progress at the gym."
How to use dissatisfied
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFeeling unhappy because something wasn't as good as expected.
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dissatisfied customer
dissatisfied with
deeply dissatisfied
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- Comparative
- more dissatisfied
- Superlative
- most dissatisfied
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_____ customers demanded a refund.
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What does “dissatisfied” mean?
The word “dissatisfied” means not pleased or content; disappointed with how something turned out. In plain terms, feeling unhappy because something wasn't as good as expected.
How do you pronounce “dissatisfied”?
“Dissatisfied” is pronounced dihs-SA-tihs-fyd (/dɪsˈsætɪsˌfaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “dissatisfied” in a sentence?
Here is “dissatisfied” used in a sentence: “Dissatisfied customers demanded a refund.”
What is another word for “dissatisfied”?
Words with a similar meaning to “dissatisfied” include unsatisfied and displeased.
What part of speech is “dissatisfied”?
“Dissatisfied” is an adjective.
Is “dissatisfied” a common word?
“Dissatisfied” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
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