Satisfied — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Satisfied
Satisfied (adjective)
- pleased or content with what has been experienced or received
- paid in full
- persuaded by argument or evidence
Satisfied (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
"satisfied customers tend to come back over and over"
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feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
"a satisfied vacationer is one who has spent the time doing exactly what he or she wanted"
Satisfied (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
"the players satisfied their hunger after the game with a big pasta dinner"
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to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
"it took me a while to satisfy my attorney that I had good grounds for a lawsuit"
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to do what is required by the terms of
"the contractor had clearly failed to satisfy the terms of the agreement"
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to give satisfaction to
"a hot dinner and a relaxing massage never fails to satisfy her after a long week at work"
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to provide (someone) with a just payment for loss or injury
"the owners of the restaurant were generously satisfied for any business lost during the filming"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Satisfied
The most common words with a similar meaning to Satisfied:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Satisfied
Words with the opposite meaning of Satisfied:
Near Antonyms of Satisfied
Origin & Etymology of Satisfied
First known use: 1772
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Satisfied
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 22
- Topics: Feelings & Emotions
Words & Phrases Containing Satisfied
Frequently Asked Questions about Satisfied
What does "Satisfied" mean?
"Satisfied" means pleased or content with what has been experienced or received. As an an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: pleased or content with what has been experienced or received. It has 7 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Satisfied"?
Other words for "Satisfied" include blissful, chuffed, delighted, glad, gratified, happy, joyful and joyous. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Satisfied" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Satisfied"?
There are 186 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Satisfied". Common alternatives include blissful, chuffed, delighted, glad, gratified, happy, joyful, joyous, pleased and thankful.
What is the opposite of "Satisfied"?
Antonyms of "Satisfied" include displeased, dissatisfied, joyless, sad, unhappy, unpleased, unsatisfied and discontent. Near antonyms include abject, aggrieved, anguished and blue.
How do you use "Satisfied" in a sentence?
Examples of "Satisfied" in a sentence: "satisfied customers tend to come back over and over"; "a satisfied vacationer is one who has spent the time doing exactly what he or she wanted"; "the players satisfied their hunger after the game with a big pasta dinner".
Is "Satisfied" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Satisfied" can be used as an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Satisfied" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Satisfied" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.
How do you pronounce "Satisfied"?
"Satisfied" is pronounced /ˈsa-təs-ˌfīd/ and divided into syllables as sat·is·fied.