satisfied

[sat-is-fahyd]

adjective

1. content.

   a satisfied look.

2. completely paid, as a bill.

3. convinced, as in an argument.

   Their opponents were finally satisfied.

Other Word Forms

• quasi-satisfied adjective
• unsatisfied adjective
• well-satisfied adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of satisfied¹

First recorded in 1565–75; satisfy + -ed ²

Example Sentences

But after graduating from UC Berkeley with a sociology degree, Torres found himself back in the family business, unable to find a job that satisfied him.

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They concluded: "We are satisfied that the policing strategy and operational plan was effective, proportionate and maintained the city's reputation as a safe and welcoming place for everyone."

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In his winning ceremony interview, Aonishiki was asked if he felt satisfied with his results after three years in sumo.

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"It was good. Probably left a few out there but overall I'm very satisfied," Korda said after her bogey-free round.

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Marjory Dunning, 79, adds: "Laura will not be satisfied until she's got every lonely and isolated lady in the district – she's always looking for them."

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Related Words

• content 
• contented 
• convinced 
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• happy 
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