Definition of satisfiednext
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satisfied

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verb

past tense of satisfy
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as in satiated
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire) the players satisfied their hunger after the game with a big pasta dinner

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as in compensated
to provide (someone) with a just payment for loss or injury the owners of the restaurant were generously satisfied for any business lost during the filming

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Recent Examples of satisfied
Adjective
One source said the creative team is satisfied with the upfront salaries offered, but less so with the back-end terms. Matt Donnelly, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026 Research in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that couples who did this consistently felt closer and more satisfied. Parul Somani, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Verb
Kuwait is known to be overwhelmingly dependent on desalination for drinking water, with almost 90% of the arid nation’s water demand satisfied through seawater desalination plants. Michael Wayland,azhar Sukri,terri Cullen, CNBC, 18 July 2026 The bánh cuốn đặc biệt — a combination plate with plain steamed rice sheets, sheets stuffed with ground pork and mushroom and pieces filled with shrimp — satisfied my internet FOMO cravings. Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for satisfied
Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfied
Adjective
  • He’s been pleased to see Willis flourish with fellow third-round pick in the past draft, Caleb Douglas.
    David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Payton seemed awfully pleased with himself for his lame dad joke.
    Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Check the offer page to see which hotels are offering the discount—you’ll be happy to see fan favorites like Disney’s Grand Floridian and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge on the list!
    Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Once the shelter tracked down Rio’s owner, Melissa, to share the happy news that her dog was safe, the pet parent immediately booked a flight to Greensboro and reunited with Rio.
    Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • If the journey could take time, bring pet food and a few treats to keep your pet satiated.
    Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Best Shopping Opie’s Candy Store Locals have satiated their sweet teeth at Opie’s Candy Store for over two decades, and for good reason.
    Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Sanft focused the first day of testimony on questioning the thoroughness of the work of investigators in the three decades-old case, saying he’s not convinced Tupac Shakur’s murder will ever be solved.
    Aditi Sangal, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • One-third of the students still can't be convinced because a pitch can't outrun the job.
    Gregg Mojica, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • No dialogue In need of a quick mend to his work vest, a man returns to the space that fulfilled him the most.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The two £100million-plus moves both brought silverware but neither player really fulfilled their potential at the signing club.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Jackie and her mate, Shadow, delighted millions of viewers who watched an ongoing live stream of their nest in Big Bear.
    Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Gems remains proud of the movie though, and is delighted by its long shelf life.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The production relied on SAG guidelines and compensated Kilmer’s estate for his appearance.
    Brent Lang, IndieWire, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Around the world, most caregivers are either uncompensated or inadequately compensated, and many rely on public assistance where available to make ends meet.
    Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Expo Idaho is glad to be a part of something that is open out into the world.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Still, when the Valkyries need a bucket, Zandalasini’s teammates are always glad to see the ball in her hands.
    Marisa Ingemi, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026

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“Satisfied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfied. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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