dissatisfaction
noun
dis·sat·is·fac·tion
(ˌ)di(s)-ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-shən 
: the quality or state of being dissatisfied : discontent
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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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But safety concerns among transit staff can heighten employees’ dissatisfaction, leading to retention problems or even the threat of a work stoppage or strike that can halt a city’s buses or trains, Rennert said.
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Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2024
The singer-songwriter expressed dissatisfaction with how Democrats have handled Israel’s war in Gaza and their stance on trans rights.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
This straightforward, beautiful character study exemplifies neither radicalism nor schizophrenia, although Pierre’s persistent dissatisfaction indicates a larger and recognizable alienation from the trash and decadence of most new films.
—Armond White, National Review, 1 Nov. 2024
Given this extensive reliance on wireless, any disruptions or inefficiencies in speed can lead to passenger frustration, dissatisfaction and potential gate delays.
—Julie Song, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2024
The singer-songwriter expressed dissatisfaction with how Democrats have handled Israel’s war in Gaza and their stance on trans rights.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
This straightforward, beautiful character study exemplifies neither radicalism nor schizophrenia, although Pierre’s persistent dissatisfaction indicates a larger and recognizable alienation from the trash and decadence of most new films.
—Armond White, National Review, 1 Nov. 2024
Given this extensive reliance on wireless, any disruptions or inefficiencies in speed can lead to passenger frustration, dissatisfaction and potential gate delays.
—Julie Song, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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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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