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Synonyms & Similar Words
disappoint
displease
frustrate
annoy
irritate
vex
dissatisfy
discontent
disillusion
disenchant
repel
offend
affront
outrage
infuriate
exasperate
antagonize
dishearten
discourage
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depress
dismay
disconcert
perturb
trouble
bother
disturb
upset
discomfit
discomfort
disillusion
disenchant
demoralize
demotivate
disaffect
Meaning of Dissatisfy
The primary meaning of the word "dissatisfy" is to fail to satisfy someone or something.
Definitions
- To fail to satisfy someone or something
- * To make someone feel unhappy or unfulfilled because their expectations or needs are not being met
Etymology of Dissatisfy
The word "dissatisfy" has its roots in the Latin words "dis" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") and "satisfacere" (meaning "to satisfy"), with the prefix "dis-" indicating negation or reversal
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of failing to meet expectations or needs
Example Uses
- The new policy has dissatisfied many employees who feel it does not address their concerns
- * The restaurant's poor service dissatisfied the customers, who left negative reviews
- * The lack of progress in the project has dissatisfied the investors, who are now reconsidering their funding