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/dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪ/ · dis.sat.is.fy
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- To fail to satisfy; to displease. The new policy dissatisfied many of the employees, leading to widespread protests.
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- To fail to meet the expectations or needs of someone or something. The new restaurant dissatisfied the food critic, who found the dishes to be overpriced and underseasoned.
verb
- To cause someone to feel unhappy or discontent. The news of the company's financial struggles dissatisfied the investors, leading to a sharp decline in stock prices.
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Did you know? The word 'dissatisfy' has been used in various contexts, including literature and politics, to convey the idea of failing to meet expectations or pleasing someone. In the 19th century, the word was used by the English poet and critic, Matthew Arnold, to describe the disappointment felt by the working class towards the social and economic conditions of their time.