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as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a satisfying and relaxing bubble bath after a long day
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as in compelling
having the power to persuade
"I don't feel like it" is not a satisfying reason for skipping your chores
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as in comforting
making one feel good inside
received many satisfying compliments on her gardening efforts
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as in alleviating
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 convincing
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
it took me a while to satisfy my attorney that I had good grounds for a lawsuit
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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
the contractor had clearly failed to satisfy the terms of the agreement
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as in pleasing
to give satisfaction to
a hot dinner and a relaxing massage never fails to satisfy her after a long week at work
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as in compensating
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 satisfying
Steven Bertoni,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The sea urchin omelette is unexpected and satisfying, as is the rabbit sausage.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 June 2026
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
Set against the allure of the French seaside, Pauline at the Beach is a satisfying slow burn, at once a cinematic observation of summer romance and a master class on dialogue.
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Air Mail,
20 June 2026
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Adjective
The hero always wins, the villain always loses and the viewer is always served a satisfying lesson.
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Steven Bertoni,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The sea urchin omelette is unexpected and satisfying, as is the rabbit sausage.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 June 2026
Verb
There’s something really satisfying about this crisp white denim jacket.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
Set against the allure of the French seaside, Pauline at the Beach is a satisfying slow burn, at once a cinematic observation of summer romance and a master class on dialogue.
—
Air Mail,
20 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfying
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That has prompted accusations by some fans that the organizer is prioritizing profits over creating an enjoyable and accessible experience for people from all over the world.
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Exercise and training is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding aspects for many around the globe.
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Canada’s tournament has offered a different, but equally compelling example of home-field advantage.
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This wasn’t the most compelling matchup at the beginning of the tournament, but chaos has tipped the scales in our favor.
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Easier than tomato pie, this drop biscuit-style savory cobbler makes a comforting summer supper.
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So much for the comforting assumption that someone official is keeping a careful tally of the loans inside your fund.
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The free meals program, costing about 268 trillion rupiah ($15 billion) for this year alone, is aimed at alleviating poverty and malnutrition but Prabowo recently fired the head of the program amid a massive graft probe.
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Those who have worked on the issue say immigration policy can play a crucial role in alleviating the lack of physicians if the White House or Congress chooses to take positive steps.
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Pixar’s cruelest and cleverest trick has been successfully convincing audiences, over several decades, that all kinds of creatures—even inanimate objects—can have rich inner lives.
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Calibration does not mean pretending everything is fine or convincing yourself to ignore real financial gaps.
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This trendy counter-style eatery is great for a quick, fulfilling lunch or an out-of-the-box happy hour.
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Regardless of the specific age goal, planning for financial security, health, and social connections is crucial for a fulfilling long life.
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When in doubt, reach for vanilla If you are torn between scent families or worried about pleasing a mix of guests, there is a fallback that has been tested across cultures.
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Summer peppers team up with goat cheese and capers in this crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Ultimately, every hire should create value equal to or exceeding the investment the company makes in hiring, developing, and compensating them.
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This current success is largely attributed to coach Lionel Scaloni, who has masterfully built the Argentine team around Messi, compensating for his age while maximizing his unparalleled technical ability.
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“Satisfying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfying. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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