dissatisfaction

noun

dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
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: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent

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There was widespread dissatisfaction with the President and his administration. a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale
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Related Stories In their motion to strike the complaint, Netflix’s lawyers argued that Banks’ dissatisfaction with the series does not amount to defamation. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026 The motion argues that Banks' claims ultimately amount to dissatisfaction with the amount of her interview that was included and how it was edited. — ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026 Most of what drives patient dissatisfaction is due to the incentive structure in the business of healthcare. — Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2026 The president’s order follows his simmering dissatisfaction with the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System, known as EMALS, going back to 2017. — Stephen J. Beard, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dissatisfaction

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First Known Use

circa 1617, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dissatisfaction was circa 1617

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“Dissatisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissatisfaction. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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dissatisfaction

noun
dis·​sat·​is·​fac·​tion (ˌ)dis-ˌ(s)at-əs-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce dissatisfaction (audio)
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied

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