Satisfaction
/ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe state of being pleased because something you want has happened or been achieved.
/ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/
The fulfillment of a need or want.
She felt a deep satisfaction after completing the project.
💡 Simply: Satisfaction is like the feeling you get when you finally finish a fun game, eat your favorite ice cream, or get a good grade on a test. It means you got what you wanted and are happy about it!
👶 For kids: Feeling happy when you get something you wanted.
More Examples
The customer's satisfaction is our top priority.
He derived satisfaction from his volunteer work.
How It's Used
"Customer satisfaction is a key metric for measuring success."
"He found satisfaction in helping others."
The payment of a debt or the fulfillment of an obligation or claim.
/ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/
Payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation.
The satisfaction of the mortgage allowed them to own their home outright.
💡 Simply: Imagine you owe a friend money. Satisfaction is like paying them back – it's when you do what's needed to fix things or meet a requirement, like paying a bill.
👶 For kids: When you do what you need to do to make things right, like paying money back.
More Examples
The company ensured satisfaction of all outstanding invoices.
After the satisfaction of the contract, the project was complete.
How It's Used
"The court ordered satisfaction of the judgment."
"The bank required proof of debt satisfaction."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
job satisfaction
The extent to which people are content with their jobs.
"High job satisfaction can lead to greater productivity."
Instant gratification
The desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment immediately, rather than delaying it.
"Many people are used to instant gratification in a world of fast food and immediate online access."
From Middle French satisfaction, from Latin satisfactio (“a making satisfaction, atonement, amends”), from satis (“enough”) + factio (“a making, a doing”).
The word 'satisfaction' has been used since the 14th century to describe the fulfillment of a desire or the act of satisfying a requirement. It also has been used to describe a repayment of debt or atonement for wrongdoing.
Memory tip
Think of a satisfied sigh after a good meal: everything's fulfilled.
Word Origin
"The act of doing enough or making enough to fulfill a need or obligation"