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
E. B. WhiteExamples 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
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Its blend of three cheeses—cottage cheese, cream cheese, and mozzarella—is satisfying but mild in flavor, which makes this casserole appealing even to picky eaters.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Of those teens, 31% report finding those conversations equally or more satisfying than talking with a peer.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Bobby and Connie’s first steps into official coupledom, however, puts a satisfying capper on their reunion arc this season, and leaves me very excited for where these two go next.
—Genevieve Koski, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2025
Not only does Longoria deploy some great one-liners, but her character’s presence fortifies the existing dynamic, ultimately helping the movie cruise to a low key satisfying finish.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2025
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Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Of those teens, 31% report finding those conversations equally or more satisfying than talking with a peer.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Bobby and Connie’s first steps into official coupledom, however, puts a satisfying capper on their reunion arc this season, and leaves me very excited for where these two go next.
—Genevieve Koski, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2025
Not only does Longoria deploy some great one-liners, but her character’s presence fortifies the existing dynamic, ultimately helping the movie cruise to a low key satisfying finish.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for satisfying
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“Satisfying.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satisfying. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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