CEFR B1

unsatisfactorily

adverb

Meaning

In a way that does not meet expectations or needs; not well enough.

Examples

The project was completed unsatisfactorily, with many errors.
He performed unsatisfactorily on the exam and had to retake it.

Synonyms: poorly, badly, inadequately, deficiently

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unsatisfactorily (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌʌnsætɪsˈfæktərəli/

Definition

In a way that does not meet expectations or needs; not well enough.

Examples

The project was completed unsatisfactorily, with many errors.
He performed unsatisfactorily on the exam and had to retake it.
The company's customer service was rated unsatisfactorily by most clients.

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