Meaning & Definition of word "Satisfy"

Satisfy

/ˈsætɪsfaɪ/

1. To fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone or something.
- Example: The new policy aims to satisfy the demands of the employees.
2. To provide someone with what they want or need.
- Example: Nothing seemed to satisfy her craving for adventure.
3. To meet the requirements of a law or regulation.
- Example: He worked hard to satisfy all the conditions of the contract.
4. To bring contentment or relief to someone.
- Example: The explanation satisfied his curiosity about the topic.
5. To cause someone to feel pleased or fulfilled.
- Example: The team’s performance was enough to satisfy the fans.

●Late Middle English: from Old French satisfaire, based on satis- 'enough' + facere 'do, make'.

satisfy one's curiosity:

To provide information that answers questions.

satisfy a requirement:

To meet necessary conditions or criteria.

satisfy a need:

To provide what is necessary to fulfill a requirement.

satisfaction:

The feeling of pleasure or contentment from having one's needs met.

dissatisfy:

To not meet the needs, desires, or expectations of someone.

satisfactorily:

In a satisfactory manner; in a way that fulfills requirements or expectations.

Meaning: To hit the spot

● Example Sentence: That pizza really hit the spot; it satisfied my hunger.

Meaning: Good enough

● Example Sentence: The results were good enough to satisfy the team.