satisfying

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adjective

sat·​is·​fy·​ing ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ 

: producing pleasure or contentment by providing what is needed or wanted : enjoyable, gratifying entry 1

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

satisfying

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present participle of satisfy

Synonyms of satisfying

Adjective

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

Examples of satisfying in a Sentence

Adjective

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

Adjective

That Tariq’s exquisite pulp fiction never takes its eyes off the prize in terms of who Latif is, his loss, and his beliefs is what makes his genre mash-up so satisfying, so stunning, such a complete rush. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026

One of the most satisfying slide names is Slippery Jim, in honor of a local politician. — Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026

Audio performance is satisfying but unimpressive, which is again typical. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026

As the days get shorter and the calendar fills with warm dinners, upcoming holiday parties, and more time indoors, crafting can be an especially satisfying way to embrace the fall season. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for satisfying

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