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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He has also posted videos tempting customers with images of luxury in London, and testimonies from apparently satisfied customers who have already made the journey to the UK.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
These conditions are visibly satisfied by Season 3 of “The White Lotus,” which highlights the tropical splendor of the country and poured tens of millions of dollars into the local economy.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Efforts to expand through acquisitions — the company also runs HuffPost — haven’t satisfied investors.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
"When we scratch an itch, at some point we stop because there's a negative feedback signal that tells us we're satisfied," Gualdani explained.
From Science Daily • May 10, 2026
"Skinny rabbit," he whispered, and, well satisfied, saw Rowan begin to laugh.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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