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Unsatisfactory - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Unsatisfactory means not meeting expectations or standards, resulting in disappointment. It describes something inadequate, unacceptable, or failing to fulfill a desired or required level of quality.

unsatisfactory

/ˌʌnˌsætɪsˈfæktəri/ /ˌʌnˌsætɪsˈfæktəri/

Definition:

Not meeting expectations or standards; inadequate or disappointing.

Synonyms:

inadequate, disappointing, unacceptable, subpar, poor

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

satisfactory, acceptable, adequate

Common Collocations:

unsatisfactory performance, unsatisfactory results, unsatisfactory conditions, unsatisfactory service

Derivatives:

unsatisfactorily, unsatisfactoriness

Usage Tips:

Use "unsatisfactory" to describe something that fails to meet required standards or expectations.

Common Phrases:

leave unsatisfactory, find unsatisfactory, deem unsatisfactory

Etymology:

Derived from "un-" (not) + "satisfactory," from Latin "satis" (enough) and "facere" (to make).

Examples:

  • 1. The food was unsatisfactory and cold.
  • 2. Her work was deemed unsatisfactory by the manager.
  • 3. The hotel room had unsatisfactory cleanliness standards.
  • 4. He received an unsatisfactory grade on his test.

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