Satisfaisante (en. Satisfactory)
[satisfɛzɑ̃t]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That offers sufficient satisfaction.
The results of the survey were satisfactory.
Les résultats de l'enquête étaient satisfaisants.
That meets expectations.
This solution is deemed satisfactory by many experts.
Cette solution est jugée satisfaisante par de nombreux experts.
Acceptable, but not exceptional.
His performance was satisfactory, but he can do better.
Sa performance était satisfaisante, mais il peut faire mieux.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'to satisfy', from the Latin 'satisfacere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a satisfying answer
an answer that meets expectations
une réponse satisfaisante
a satisfying result
a result that is considered acceptable
un résultat satisfaisant
for satisfying purposes
for goals that come to fruition
à des fins satisfaisantes
Related Words
satisfaction
State of satisfaction or contentment.
satisfaction
satisfied
One who feels satisfaction.
satisfait
to satisfy
To make satisfied.
satisfaire
Slang Meanings
Not too bad
His performance was not too bad, it could be considered satisfactory.
Sa performance était pas trop mal, ça pourrait être considéré comme satisfaisant.
We'll take it
For the deadlines, it works, we'll take it, it's satisfactory.
Pour les délais, ça le fait, on prend ça, c'est satisfaisant.