Satiation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈsā-shē-ˌāt/ sa·ti·ate

Meaning & Definition of Satiation

Satiation (verb)

  1. to satisfy (a need, a desire, etc.) fully or to excess

Satiation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in satiety, satisfaction

    similar: fill, fullness, glut, repleteness, repletion, satiety, satisfaction, surfeit, inappetence
    opposite: appetite, belly, emptiness, famishment, hunger, munchies, stomach, rapaciousness, rapacity, ravenousness, voraciousness, voracity, malnutrition, starvation, undernourishment

Related Entry: Satiate (verb)

Satiate is a different word from Satiation. The synonyms below are for satiate, not for satiation.

  1. to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)

    "a long drink of water at last satiated my thirst"

    similar: assuage, quench, sate, satisfy, slake
    related: cater (to), gratify, humor, indulge, alleviate, lighten, relieve, cloy, saturate, surfeit
    near: arouse, excite, pique, stimulate, tantalize, tease

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Satiation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Satiation:

fill, fullness, glut, repleteness, repletion, satiety, satisfaction, surfeit, inappetence

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Satiation

Words with the opposite meaning of Satiation:

appetite, belly, emptiness, famishment, hunger, munchies, stomach, rapaciousness, rapacity, ravenousness, voraciousness, voracity, malnutrition, starvation, undernourishment

Word Forms of Satiation

Inflections: satiated, satiating

Derived words: satiation (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Satiation

Latin satiatus, past participle of satiare, from satis enough sad

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Satiation

What does "Satiation" mean?

"Satiation" means to satisfy (a need, a desire, etc.) fully or to excess. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to satisfy (a need, a desire, etc.) fully or to excess.

What is another word for "Satiation"?

Other words for "Satiation" include fill, fullness, glut, repleteness, repletion, satiety, satisfaction and surfeit. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Satiation" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Satiation"?

Antonyms of "Satiation" include appetite, belly, emptiness, famishment, hunger, munchies, stomach and rapaciousness.

Is "Satiation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Satiation" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Satiation"?

"Satiation" is pronounced /ˈsā-shē-ˌāt/ and divided into syllables as sa·ti·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Satiation"?

"Satiation" comes from Latin satiatus, past participle of satiare, from satis enough sad. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Satiation" meaning "as in satiety, satisfaction"?

When "Satiation" (noun) means as in satiety, satisfaction, synonyms include fill, fullness, glut, repleteness, repletion and satiety. Opposites in this sense include appetite, belly, emptiness and famishment.

What are the forms of "Satiation"?

The word forms of "Satiation" include satiated and satiating.