dissatisfaction

[dis-sat-is-fak-shuhn, dis-sat-] / ˌdɪs sæt ɪsˈfæk ʃən, dɪsˌsæt- /

NOUN

discontent, unhappiness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

annoyance anxiety boredom complaint disappointment disapproval discomfort discontent dismay displeasure disquiet distaste exasperation frustration irritation regret resentment uneasiness unhappiness weariness worry

STRONG

aversion chagrin desolation discouragement disfavor disgruntlement disinclination dislike distress ennui envy fretfulness heartburn hopelessness indisposition lamentation malcontent oppression querulousness trouble

WEAK

disliking disrelish malcontentment

Antonyms

STRONGEST

approval assurance calm calmness comfort composure contentedness delight ease encouragement happiness love peace pleasure sanction satisfaction

STRONG

advantage cheer enthusiasm incentive joy kindness liking

WEAK

contentment

Example Sentences

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The president’s rapport with Latinos reflects a deep dissatisfaction with economic conditions, according to Mike Madrid, a veteran California Republican political consultant and expert on Latino voting trends.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

Throughout the year, several high-profile OpenAI commitments have sputtered, thanks to the company’s newfound frugality as well as an increasing sense of dissatisfaction from its business pals.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Unfortunately for Jalibert, news of his dissatisfaction reached head coach Fabien Galthie.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Some companies have been vocal about their dissatisfaction with California’s business environment.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

But shortly afterward, she expressed her dissatisfaction about the way the home was being conducted.

From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry

dissatisfaction

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