DISSATISFACTION Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

dissatisfaction

noun

(ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən

Definition of dissatisfaction

as in discontent

the condition of being dissatisfied with one's life or situation a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale

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as in disappointment

the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met she felt keen dissatisfaction at the hurried job the house painters had done

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Recent Examples of dissatisfaction Returns continue to erode margins across the industry, with fit and sizing consistently cited as the primary driver of purchase hesitation and post-purchase dissatisfaction. — Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2026 Across the Atlantic, polling from the European Council on Foreign Relations has shown alarming dissatisfaction with the United States. — Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 Related Stories In their motion to strike the complaint, Netflix’s lawyers argued that Banks’ dissatisfaction with the series does not amount to defamation. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026 Most of what drives patient dissatisfaction is due to the incentive structure in the business of healthcare. — Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dissatisfaction

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Noun

Kyiv, meanwhile, aims to sow economic discontent among Russians with strikes against oil refineries and e-commerce warehouses, but experts argued domestic upheaval is unlikely to change Moscow’s calculus.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
The Frenchman’s preparations for that game at Everton had already been undermined earlier in the week when there had been suggestions of discontent from Ismaila Sarr, last season’s top scorer and player of the year.

— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of discontent

Noun

At the same time, the Panthers saw very little impact from their pass rush — a disappointment considering the beleaguered state of Houston’s offensive line — and Stroud didn’t struggle to find short completions.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026
In the comments, fans congratulated Aly on her Broadway debut while others shared their disappointment over not being able to see the duo live.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of disappointment

Noun

Acceptance moves you out of frustration and into a place of proactivity.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Troops in this area have sustained heavy casualties in battles with the regional Islamic State affiliate, and analysts and security sources say frustration with the government is mounting within frontline units.

— Reuters, NBC news, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of frustration

Noun

In an appearance on Semafor’s Mixed Signals in the wake of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s win, Piker expressed dismay at being invoked in intra-Democratic debates.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Over the last six years, the pair have made a series of explosive allegations about what life was like inside the monarchy, much to the dismay of many members of the British royal family.

— Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

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