Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unsatisfactory

Adjective
/ˌʌnˈsætɪsˌfæk.tər.i/
Definition
Not fulfilling expectations or requirements; inadequate.
Examples
  • The service at the restaurant was unsatisfactory, leading us to leave without finishing our meal.
  • His unsatisfactory performance on the exam prompted him to study harder for the next one.
  • Many customers found the product to be unsatisfactory and requested refunds.
Meaning
The term ‘unsatisfactory’ describes something that does not meet standards, needs, or desires.
Synonyms
  • inadequate
  • deficient
  • poor
  • disappointing
  • subpar