satisfied
0 antonyms and opposites of satisfied, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Pleased because a need, desire, or expectation has been met.
How to use satisfied
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
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Full origin of satisfied →Frequently asked questions
What does “satisfied” mean?
The word “satisfied” means pleased because a need, desire, or expectation has been met. In plain terms, happy that something has met your expectations, or convinced that something is true.
How do you pronounce “satisfied”?
“Satisfied” is pronounced SA-tihs-fyd (/ˈsætɪsfaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “satisfied” in a sentence?
Here is “satisfied” used in a sentence: “The customers seemed satisfied with the service.”
What is another word for “satisfied”?
Words with a similar meaning to “satisfied” include happy.
What part of speech is “satisfied”?
“Satisfied” is an adjective.
Is “satisfied” a common word?
“Satisfied” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “satisfied” have?
“Satisfied” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: pleased because a need, desire, or expectation has been met.
What is the difference between satisfied and content?
"Satisfied" means pleased because a need, desire, or expectation has been met. "Content" describes a quieter, more lasting state of being at ease with what you have, without necessarily having a specific need fulfilled.
What is the difference between satisfied and fulfilled?
"Satisfied" means a particular need or expectation has been met. "Fulfilled" is deeper, describing a lasting sense of purpose and meaning, so you might feel satisfied with a meal but fulfilled by a career.