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dissatisfied

dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪd

[dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪd]

not pleased or content

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Feeling unhappy because something is not good enough.

Example

Customers were dissatisfied with the slow service.

Customers were dissatisfied with the slow service.

Etymology

From 'dis-' meaning 'not' plus 'satisfied'.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes discontent with quality or outcomes.

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