dissatisfaction
noun
dis·sat·is·fac·tion
(ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən 
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent
Examples of dissatisfaction in a Sentence
There was widespread dissatisfaction with the President and his administration.
a vague dissatisfaction with the state of their marriage, which seemed a little stale
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Trump’s appeal to specific segments of the Latino community — particularly in Florida and parts of Texas — was driven by factors such as economic concerns, cultural conservatism, and dissatisfaction with the status quo.
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Jesse Mejia, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2025
But while one partner might accept this as normal, the other may still crave excitement, leading to frustration or dissatisfaction.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Growing fears and dissatisfaction Business leaders are sounding the alarm over the potential fallout from Trump tariffs.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
Trump’s approval ratings have declined in recent weeks, as dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy has risen.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 8 Apr. 2025
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Jesse Mejia, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2025
But while one partner might accept this as normal, the other may still crave excitement, leading to frustration or dissatisfaction.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Growing fears and dissatisfaction Business leaders are sounding the alarm over the potential fallout from Trump tariffs.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
Trump’s approval ratings have declined in recent weeks, as dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy has risen.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 8 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for dissatisfaction
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“Dissatisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dissatisfaction. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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dissatisfaction
noun
dis·sat·is·fac·tion
(ˌ)dis-ˌ(s)at-əs-ˈfak-shən
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied
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