satisfied
Americanadjective
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content.
a satisfied look.
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completely paid, as a bill.
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convinced, as in an argument.
Their opponents were finally satisfied.
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Etymology
Origin of satisfied
Explanation
If you’re satisfied, you’re contented, and you don’t need anything more. You're not overjoyed, but you're not complaining either. When something is satisfied, the requirements have been met and nothing more needs to be done. When you pay back the money you owe on a loan, you have satisfied the debt. If you just had a delicious meal, your hunger is probably satisfied. If you’re an outlaw cowboy and your partner double crosses you, you won’t be satisfied until you’ve run him out of town.
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Example Sentences
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Noah said he approached his work from a committed non-partisan lens: It was not for him to question the legal changes, only to implement them in a way that satisfied voters.
From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026
“But we will be delaying the 10 until we’re satisfied that we don’t have an issue here.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
The Mayor's Office said it was not satisfied the deal adequately ensured value for money but also raised concern about the firm's values.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Even if you were somewhat lonely or less satisfied with your past relationships, it’s not too late to find more comradeship and support in retirement.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
He would motion for Carole to say the same words over the phone, and she did, and he was satisfied.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
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