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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
Ben Cardew, Pitchfork, 23 Feb. 2026
The dark chocolate flavor, though, was very satisfying.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2026
Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Athletes need vitamins, too After satisfying their macronutrient needs, athletes need micronutrients, especially vitamin D and iron.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 11 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
That’s perfectly satisfying for the lizard brain, but the attentive listener may long for the occasional act two to lift Evaporator out of its honeyed electronic stupor and toss a touch of sand in the gears.
—Ben Cardew, Pitchfork, 23 Feb. 2026
The dark chocolate flavor, though, was very satisfying.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
This light yet satisfying white pizza begins with a generous layer of ricotta cheese and a thin layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Athletes need vitamins, too After satisfying their macronutrient needs, athletes need micronutrients, especially vitamin D and iron.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfying
Adjective
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With a creamy sauce and tender, silky onions, everything about this dish is enjoyable—including the fact it's made in one pan for easy clean-up.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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These popular items aim to make life with pets easier, cleaner, and more enjoyable.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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The bank admitted that regulatory action is an overhang but said the stock remains too compelling to ignore.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
21 Feb. 2026
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Hicks was deferential to the Democratic candidates who have long served in public office and have compelling personal tales and the experience to take the helm of the state.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Cheesy drop biscuits make your typical chicken pot pie even more comforting.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2026
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Buckled heels hold a comforting, nostalgic flair, especially in buttery soft suede.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Oil prices dipped on Tuesday on signs that talks between the US and Iran are alleviating the risk of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, even as the US continues to ramp up pressure on Russia’s oil exports.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Ninety-three miles of new highway lanes are planned for our freeways, with the goal of alleviating congestion.—
Chris Roberts,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Bessette showing off her innate sense of what’s cool, and singlehandedly convincing the designer to bring the young model into the fold.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some health influencers claim, without convincing human-subject data to prove their point, that rapamycin slows cellular aging.—
Jordan D. Metzl,
The Atlantic,
19 Feb. 2026
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Instead of fulfilling their contracts, the suspects used the funds for the company’s operating costs and their own personal expenses, the documents state.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Feb. 2026
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Working with Jamie Lloyd and Hayley Atwell on Shakespeare’s most warm-hearted play has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my performing life.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2026
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The cheese sauce uses only six ingredients and helps take this crowd-pleasing casserole to the next level in flavor and fill.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Liu, who won the 2025 world championship with the same crowd-pleasing program, returned to the sport in 2024 with the sole objective of sharing her art.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Your lumbar spine is designed primarily for stability and not large degrees of rotation, so the stress of compensating takes a toll.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Terms included portraying Moy in a positive light and compensating the family for its assistance.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Satisfying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfying. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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