satisfaction

[sat-is-fak-shuhn] / ˌsæt ɪsˈfæk ʃən /

NOUN

giving or enjoying a state of comfort, content

Synonyms

STRONGEST

achievement amusement comfort contentment delight enjoyment fulfillment gratification happiness joy peace of mind pleasure pride relief vindication well-being

STRONG

amends atonement bliss cheerfulness compensation complacency conciliation contentedness ease gladness indemnification indulgence justice propitiation recompense redress refreshment reimbursement reparation repletion resolution reward satiety serenity settlement

WEAK

eudemonia good fortune

Antonyms

STRONGEST

depression disappointment displeasure dissatisfaction failure gloom hurt injury melancholy misery pain sadness sorrow trouble unhappiness woe

STRONG

indecision penalty

WEAK

discontent need want

Example Sentences

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Browder takes some satisfaction at the long-in-coming trial.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The actor expressed her satisfaction that the story of Sarah and Hagar is given a positive portrayal since that’s not always been the case.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

Find more satisfaction in giving, rather than chasing happiness through a high-consumption lifestyle.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Amid the debate over the new rules, what is more important, the entertainment spectacle or driver satisfaction?

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

As Colin disappeared, Ophie’s frustration dissipated into a strange sense of satisfaction.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland

satisfaction

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