A state of unmet desires or needs; frustration arising from unfulfilled wants, used in contexts such as work, relationships, or sexual matters.
彼は昇進がなくて仕事で欲求不満を感じている。
He feels frustrated at work because he hasn't been promoted.
欲求不満が溜まると、些細なことで怒りやすくなることがある。
When frustration accumulates, one may become prone to anger over small things.
相談員は、欲求不満の原因を探るためにじっくり話を聞いた。
The counselor listened carefully to explore the causes of the client's frustration.