What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonsatisfying
Example
The food at the restaurant was nonsatisfying, and I left feeling hungry. [nonsatisfying: adjective]
Example
The movie's ending was nonsatisfying, and it left me feeling disappointed. [nonsatisfying: adjective]
unfulfilling
Example
The job was unfulfilling, and I felt like I wasn't making a difference. [unfulfilling: adjective]
Example
Playing video games all day can be unfulfilling, and it doesn't provide a sense of accomplishment. [unfulfilling: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nonsatisfying is more commonly used than unfulfilling in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nonsatisfying and unfulfilling?
Unfulfilling is more formal and less frequently used than nonsatisfying. It is often used in professional or academic contexts to describe a lack of purpose or meaning in a job or activity.
