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

Very satisfying for me, ’cause Rory was such a massive influence on me. — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2026

Coming off a 30-carry, 156-yard performance in Saturday’s 25-24 home win over Baylor, the 5-foot-9, 175-pound running back is ready to call this third stop his most satisfying. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2026

Just how much money, property, power or adulation makes for a satisfying life? — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026

Small changes—like pairing carbs with protein or adding fiber and healthy fats—can make your breakfast more satisfying and help prevent a mid-morning energy crash. — Caitlin Beale, HEALTH, 29 Oct. 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