dissatisfaction
UK: dɪsˌsætɪsˈfækʃən | US: dɪsˌsætɪsˈfækʃən
n. a feeling of unhappiness or discontent caused by unmet expectations or desires
n. the state of being unsatisfied with a situation or outcome
The word "dissatisfaction" combines the Latin prefix "dis-" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") with the verb "satisfy" (from Latin "satis" [enough] + "facere" [to make or do]), and the noun-forming suffix "-tion." Originally, "satisfy" meant "to fulfill or meet expectations," so "dissatisfaction" logically evolved to mean "the state of not being fulfilled or content." The term reflects a clear progression from its Latin roots to its modern usage in English, emphasizing unmet desires or expectations.
Her dissatisfaction with the job led her to seek new opportunities.
The team expressed dissatisfaction with the manager's decision.
Customer dissatisfaction can harm a company's reputation.
He tried to hide his dissatisfaction with the meal.
The survey revealed widespread dissatisfaction among employees.