satisfying

adjective

sat·​is·​fy·​ing ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ 

: producing pleasure or contentment by providing what is needed or wanted : enjoyable, gratifying

a highly satisfying result/experience

a satisfying meal

No pig ever had truer friends, and he realized that friendship is one of the most satisfying things in the world.

—E. B. White

satisfyingly

ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of satisfying

• enjoyable
• pleasant
• delicious
• delightful
• pleasing
• nice
• sweet
• good

Examples of satisfying in a Sentence

a satisfying and relaxing bubble bath after a long day

"I don't feel like it" is not a satisfying reason for skipping your chores

received many satisfying compliments on her gardening efforts

Recent Examples on the Web

Few things feel as satisfying as a cold drink of water after mowing the lawn on a hot afternoon, finishing a tough workout or waking up thirsty in the middle of the night. —Daryl Austin, USA Today, 16 June 2026

Given the recent postseason disappointments, anything short of a win in January isn’t going to feel satisfying. —Mike Defabo, New York Times, 16 June 2026

Stop here for a plate of chilaquiles in salsa while exploring the historic center, or grab a club sandwich for a satisfying brunch. —Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026

At the end, this long day at the office for Clark was largely satisfying. —Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for satisfying

• applying
• belying
• complying
• decrying
• defying
• denying
• implying
• outlying
• relying
• replying
• supplying
• undying