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.

Synonyms of unsatisfactorily

Words with a similar meaning to unsatisfactorily:

• poorly
• badly
• inadequately
• deficiently

Antonyms of unsatisfactorily

Words with the opposite meaning to unsatisfactorily:

• satisfactorily
• adequately
• excellently

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