dissatisfactory

[dis-sat-is-fak-tuh-ree, dis-sat-]

adjective

1. causing dissatisfaction; unsatisfactory.

   dissatisfactory service.

Other Word Forms

• dissatisfactoriness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of dissatisfactory¹

First recorded in 1600–10; dis- ¹ + satisfactory

Example Sentences

Touching your face can be a spontaneous or even subconscious act that some research indicates can help us deal with anxiety and discomfort, or be related to negative or dissatisfactory feelings.

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She added that, after speaking with Lady A about recording a new song together, the band sent a contract that she found dissatisfactory.

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It fits with the preconceived notion of Brazil that it would have a potentially great program, only to hinder it with a dissatisfactory commitment to nurturing it.

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Early retirement is a dream for many employees toiling away at dissatisfactory jobs.

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It’s sweet, until Theodore goes from satisfied user to dissatisfactory boyfriend.

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