Satisfied

/ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Past tense of satisfy, to fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone.
The company satisfied its clients by delivering the project on time.
adjective
Content; pleased or fulfilled by having achieved or received what one wanted or expected.
She felt satisfied after finishing the project ahead of the deadline.
Having had enough to eat or drink.
He was satisfied after a hearty meal.
Satisfied with the result or outcome of something.
The teacher was satisfied with the students' performance on the exam.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from Old French satisfier, from Latin satisfacere 'do enough, meet the needs'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

satisfied customer
A customer whose needs have been met and is happy with the service or product.
satisfied with
To feel content with a particular situation or outcome.
to leave someone satisfied
To provide someone with the satisfaction they were seeking.

Related Words

satisfaction
The feeling of pleasure or contentment from having one's needs met.
satisfy
To meet the expectations, needs, or desires of someone.
satisfactorily
In a way that fulfills requirements or expectations.

Slang Meanings

Satis
That meal was so good, I'm totally satis!
Stoked
I'm stoked about my grades, feeling very satisfied!