Meaning & Definition of word "Satisfied"

Satisfied

/ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of satisfy, to fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone.
    • Example: The company satisfied its clients by delivering the project on time.

adjective:

  • 1. Content; pleased or fulfilled by having achieved or received what one wanted or expected.
    • Example: She felt satisfied after finishing the project ahead of the deadline.
  • 2. Having had enough to eat or drink.
    • Example: He was satisfied after a hearty meal.
  • 3. Satisfied with the result or outcome of something.
    • Example: 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 of satisfied

Meaning: Satis

Example Sentence: That meal was so good, I'm totally satis!

Meaning: Stoked

Example Sentence: I'm stoked about my grades, feeling very satisfied!