unsatiated
Definition
Adjective: - Not having been satisfied: Describes a state where a desire, need, or appetite has not been fulfilled or met. It implies a continuing sense of want or lack.
Usage and Examples
The adjective unsatiated is used to describe a person, feeling, or need that remains unfulfilled. - After the small snack, his hunger remained unsatiated. - Her curiosity about the ancient ruins was unsatiated even after reading several books. - The company's unsatiated demand for growth led to aggressive new strategies.
Advanced Usage
- "unsatiated by...": Used to specify what failed to provide satisfaction.
- He was unsatiated by the vague explanations and demanded more details.
- Often used in more formal, literary, or academic contexts to convey a deep or persistent lack of fulfillment.
Variants and Related Words
- Unsated (adj.): A direct synonym, also meaning not satisfied.
- Insatiable (adj.): Describes a desire or appetite that is impossible to satisfy. (Note: This is a stronger, more permanent state than "unsatiated," which can be temporary).
- Satiated (adj.): The opposite state; fully satisfied.
- Sate (v.): To satisfy fully.
Synonyms
- Unfulfilled
- Unsatisfied
- Unquenched (often used for thirst or desire)
Antonyms
- Satiated
- Satisfied
- Fulfilled
- Quenched
Adjective
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not having been satisfied
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