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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
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
There are twists and turns aplenty, and a satisfying ending.
—The Know, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
People want satisfying, familiar meals made at home.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Matching Containers for a Cohesive, Elevated Look Of all the upgrades that make an outsized difference, this one may be the most satisfying.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
There are twists and turns aplenty, and a satisfying ending.
—The Know, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
This extra satisfying pasta bake is all things creamy, cheesy, and hardy.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
People want satisfying, familiar meals made at home.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfying
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Make working from home more enjoyable with a clever USB desk fan ($8) and soothing essential oil diffuser ($7).—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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This premise, bolstered by excellent performances all around, could easily have sustained a totally enjoyable TV show.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Perhaps the most compelling moment of the 2026 NFL Draft came in the final round, when the Pittsburgh Steelers selected running back Eli Heidenreich and the pick was announced to the hometown crowd gathered at the event.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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This one has persisted long enough to stand tall as arguably the most compelling of the 2020s.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Save your hammam for the evening and head straight to bed afterwards for the most comforting results.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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There is something comforting, to me, about this churn of champions and challengers.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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The five-year, $11 billion project will add 16 miles of express lanes and a dedicated busway with the aim of alleviating traffic on one of Atlanta’s most stressful roads.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, the conflict is also likely to bolster demand for China’s world-leading green energy manufacturers as countries push to wean themselves off fossil fuel dependency, potentially alleviating a downward price spiral that recently pushed Beijing to curb solar overcapacity.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The next step for you would be to contact the police department in your community and ask for help in convincing your son he is being scammed.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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Part of convincing him to do the play was not so much selling him on the material but selling him on the act of doing theater.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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This was the 10th overall pick the Giants acquired after trading All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals last week, fulfilling his trade request amid a contract dispute.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Cozy nights, redecorating, family affairs or inviting someone sweet into your personal space can feel especially fulfilling.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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His smarts and willingness to do the dirty work are coach-pleasing qualities.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Lululemon's choice of Heidi O'Neill as CEO isn't pleasing everyone.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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After the project stalled in 2014, Epstein heightened his communication with Gates and his deputies, seemingly trying to pressure the billionaire into supporting the fund and compensating him for funding Antonova’s schooling and housing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Insurance agencies often provide low initial offers when compensating victims because they’re incentivized to do so, and this understandably leaves said victims in a difficult situation.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Satisfying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfying. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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