### **Unsatisfying**
* Focuses on **how something makes you feel** (the experience is lacking, it
doesn't give fulfillment).
* It's more **subjective** and emotional.
* Example:
* *The meal was edible but unsatisfying.* (It didn't make me feel full or
happy.)
* *His job is well-paid but unsatisfying.* (It doesn't bring him
fulfillment or meaning.)
### **Unsatisfactory**
* Focuses on **standards, requirements, or expectations not being met**.
* It's more **objective** and evaluative.
* Example:
* *The report was unsatisfactory.* (It failed to meet the standard or
requirements.)
* *Her performance was unsatisfactory.* (Below what was expected or
acceptable.)