satisfactory

adjective

sat·​is·​fac·​to·​ry ˌsa-təs-ˈfak-t(ə-)rē How to pronounce satisfactory (audio)
: giving satisfaction : adequate
a satisfactory performance
satisfactorily adverb
satisfactoriness noun

Examples of satisfactory in a Sentence

The job requires a satisfactory level of performance. Results are less satisfactory than had been anticipated. He gave a satisfactory account of how the accident had happened. The movie was brought to a satisfactory close. His work has been satisfactory, but not outstanding.
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This universal approach to patient care allows for a stress-free journey to satisfactory hair transplantation for all international visitors. Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024 The company maintains a satisfactory level of liquidity and capital resources, with management believing that its liquidity sources are sufficient to support existing operations. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024 No satisfactory solution exists amid Houston’s carousel of struggling prospects and underperforming major-league talent. Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 20 Aug. 2024 Please note that many of these AI tools offer free plans (which are limited but may be perfectly satisfactory depending on your current needs). Rachel Wells, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for satisfactory 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of satisfactory was in the 15th century

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“Satisfactory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satisfactory. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

satisfactory

adjective
sat·​is·​fac·​to·​ry ˌsat-əs-ˈfak-t(ə-)rē How to pronounce satisfactory (audio)
: giving satisfaction
satisfactorily adverb
satisfactoriness
-t(ə-)rē-nəs
noun

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