dissatisfied
adjective
dis·sat·is·fied
(ˌ)di(s)-ˈsa-təs-ˌfīd 
: expressing or showing lack of satisfaction : not pleased or satisfied
dissatisfied customers
dissatisfied with his response
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Examples of dissatisfied in a Sentence
the store prides itself on never allowing a customer to walk away dissatisfied
Recent Examples on the Web
With Biden hoping to mobilize support among Black voters and young Americans who are dissatisfied with the war in Gaza and other policies, the president’s appearance at Morehouse was an attempt to acknowledge objections to his administration and appeal to critical parts of his base.
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Camellia Burris, Miami Herald, 23 May 2024
The main dynamic appears to hinge on whether or not voters are angry about the overturn of Roe, rather than merely dissatisfied.
—Anthony Salvanto, CBS News, 19 May 2024
The business of dating, in general, is floundering: Dating app downloads are starting to fall, and a Pew Research study found that more people are dissatisfied with the apps than ever before.
—Maria Yagoda, TIME, 15 May 2024
Co-founders Charles and Gene, who both grappled with allergies throughout their lives, were dissatisfied with the existing treatment options.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
These workers were largely dissatisfied with bonuses, promotions, training, recognition, and performance reviews.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 7 May 2024
Even the most routine visits can leave you feeling dissatisfied if there’s a communication barrier, too many items on the agenda, or a personality clash.
—Carly Weeks, TIME, 6 May 2024
But perhaps the growing number of voters dissatisfied with American politics creates a better chance for such a candidate to succeed today.
—Nate Cohn, New York Times, 4 May 2024
Many of the competitors appearing on Apple’s browser choice screen are dissatisfied with how it’s been implemented in European markets.
—Reece Rogers, WIRED, 29 Apr. 2024
Camellia Burris, Miami Herald, 23 May 2024
The main dynamic appears to hinge on whether or not voters are angry about the overturn of Roe, rather than merely dissatisfied.
—Anthony Salvanto, CBS News, 19 May 2024
The business of dating, in general, is floundering: Dating app downloads are starting to fall, and a Pew Research study found that more people are dissatisfied with the apps than ever before.
—Maria Yagoda, TIME, 15 May 2024
Co-founders Charles and Gene, who both grappled with allergies throughout their lives, were dissatisfied with the existing treatment options.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
These workers were largely dissatisfied with bonuses, promotions, training, recognition, and performance reviews.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 7 May 2024
Even the most routine visits can leave you feeling dissatisfied if there’s a communication barrier, too many items on the agenda, or a personality clash.
—Carly Weeks, TIME, 6 May 2024
But perhaps the growing number of voters dissatisfied with American politics creates a better chance for such a candidate to succeed today.
—Nate Cohn, New York Times, 4 May 2024
Many of the competitors appearing on Apple’s browser choice screen are dissatisfied with how it’s been implemented in European markets.
—Reece Rogers, WIRED, 29 Apr. 2024
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“Dissatisfied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissatisfied. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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