Synonyms

dissatisfy

American

[dis-sat-is-fahy] / dɪsˈsæt ɪsˌfaɪ /

verb (used with object)

dissatisfied, dissatisfying

to cause to be displeased, especially by failing to provide something expected or desired.

dissatisfy British

/ dɪsˈsætɪsˌfaɪ /

verb

(tr) to fail to satisfy; disappoint

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Etymology

Origin of dissatisfy

First recorded in 1660–70; dis- ¹ + satisfy

Example Sentences

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The announcement comes as polling shows Americans are dissatisfied with the economy and concerned about the cost of living.

From Los Angeles Times

"When I met him, I had no idea who he was. He was just a guy from Odesa, always sad and dissatisfied with something," said fellow soldier and friend Dmytro Gudz.

From Barron's

When I asked her about the protests, she replied: "There were people protesting who were dissatisfied with the economic situation, and their protest was legitimate."

From BBC

Career coaches suggest strategies for dissatisfied workers, including identifying specific dislikes and focusing on a larger purpose.

From Barron's

A Pew Research Center survey showed that 61 percent of Hispanic voters are dissatisfied with the US president's economic policies and that 65 percent reject his anti-immigration policies.

From Barron's

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