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Definitions

unsatisfactory

[uhn-sat-is-fak-tuh-ree] / ˌʌn sæt ɪsˈfæk tə ri /
ADJECTIVE
insufficient, inadequate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
deficient disappointing distressing mediocre regrettable unacceptable unsuitable
WEAK
amiss bad damaged disconcerting displeasing disquieting disturbing for the birds junky lame no good not good enough not up to par offensive poor rotten sad schlocky second thin undesirable unwelcome unworthy upsetting vexing weak wrong
Antonyms
STRONGEST
satisfactory suitable
WEAK
OK acceptable adequate sufficient

Example Sentences

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Eventually, Stacy learned about Mpoyi’s living situation off campus and found it to be unsatisfactory for him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

International Cricket Council referee Jeff Crowe is yet to deliver his assessment of the pitch, pondering whether to give it an "unsatisfactory" rating which would see the venue slapped with a demerit point.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

If they don’t respond on time or if their response is unsatisfactory, they can be penalized.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

Canada could sue Stellantis for breach of contract should Joly find the company’s response unsatisfactory, officials say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

She also kept throwing out dark hints about what made Harry such an unsatisfactory person.

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling