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dissatisfaction

noun dis·sat·is·fac·tion \(ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən\

: a feeling of unhappiness or disapproval

Full Definition of DISSATISFACTION

:  the quality or state of being dissatisfied :  discontent
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First Known Use of DISSATISFACTION

circa 1610

Related to DISSATISFACTION

Synonyms
discontentedness, discontentment, disgruntlement, displeasure, discontent
Antonyms
contentedness, contentment, pleasure, satisfaction

Rhymes with DISSATISFACTION

alarm reaction, decimal fraction, improper fraction, photoreaction, self-satisfaction, semiabstraction
DISSATISFACTION Defined for Kids

dissatisfaction

noun dis·sat·is·fac·tion \di-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən\

Definition of DISSATISFACTION for Kids

:  a feeling of unhappiness or disapproval

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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. dissatisfaction
  2. self-
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