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Definition of “dissatisfaction

dissatisfaction (dɪsˌsætɪsˈfækʃənPronunciation for dissatisfaction

Definitions

noun

  1. the state of being unsatisfied or disappointed

Alternative Forms

ˌdissatisˈfactory adjective

Quotations

  • "The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence"

Usage examples

  • Betty rested, regarding him with profound dissatisfaction.
    Smith, Mitchell, Stone City (1990)
  • Others concede that there has been a growing public dissatisfaction against the Benazir Government.
    India Today (1996)
  • The campaign was marked by an unprecedented level of apathy, along with deep dissatisfaction about the political choices on offer.
    Irish Times (2002)
  • The internal NIR report, compiled last year, underlined the extent of staff dissatisfaction with the system.
    Belfast Telegraph (2003)
  • This card in itself shows some dissatisfaction with your inner sense of self-worth.
    Fenton, Sasha, Tarot in Action (1987)

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