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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
Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2025
White’s conviction seemed to offer a satisfying resolution not only on a personal level, for Steve’s family, but on a societal one.
—Eren Orbey, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
In 20 colors, there will be any number of hues that fit the bride’s requirements, while satisfying your own taste too.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 25 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Your ending is surprising and satisfying.
—Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2025
White’s conviction seemed to offer a satisfying resolution not only on a personal level, for Steve’s family, but on a societal one.
—Eren Orbey, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
But, of course, there’s a seriousness of crowd-satisfying intent beneath that casual good humor.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
In 20 colors, there will be any number of hues that fit the bride’s requirements, while satisfying your own taste too.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfying
Adjective
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Getting to shift modes is really enjoyable, especially live.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
10 Oct. 2025
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Cianfrance’s process was demanding, unorthodox, but always enjoyable.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Reducing their reliance on the grid, then, would involve compelling utilities to leave PJM, or securing electricity from alternative sources.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This is the perfect comforting side dish to round out any meal.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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Instead, here are just four of her most comforting, cozy projects to watch in her honor tonight and in perpetuity.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The maternity concierge serves as a liaison, guiding expectant parents through the multifaceted stages of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, alleviating anxiety and stress while assisting families in navigating the journey.—
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center,
Oc Register,
16 Oct. 2025
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Aside from the compelling morality of alleviating human suffering, this aid can provide a bulwark against foreign manipulation, the emergence of terrorist havens, the growth of black markets, and other security threats that arise from chronic underdevelopment and economic struggle.—
Don Graves,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The more information out there about you, the more personalized and convincing scam calls become.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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Voodoo was also meant to get Prince’s attention, with the hope of convincing the Purple One to collaborate with D and Quest on an album — essentially, to serve as an audition for Prince — but that’s another story.—
Touré,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Yeah, but again, so fulfilling creatively.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
9 Oct. 2025
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And while the actress has her hands full with almost too many projects to count, from running her Rare Beauty empire to starring in Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, Gomez has said that returning to her roots has been extremely fulfilling for her.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Optimistic, people-pleasing examiner Colette (Harriet Dyer) is giving out yet another exam.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
13 Oct. 2025
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There’s so much to love about this crowd-pleasing appetizer—here are a few ways to dial up the flavor, save time, and enjoy this dip in new ways.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Ciavatta said Pindorama has been offsetting its entire carbon footprint since 2007, compensating 100% of its emissions through the reforestation of river basins in partnership with the SOS Mata Atlântica Foundation.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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The government agreed this year to settle an excessive force lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union by paying compensating several plaintiffs for their injuries.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Satisfying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfying. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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