satisfaction
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for satisfaction, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A feeling of contentment or fulfillment that comes from getting what you need or want.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use satisfaction
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
job satisfaction
customer satisfaction
to everyone's satisfaction
Etymology
From Latin satisfactio, built from satis ("enough") and facere ("to do" or "to make") — literally "the making of enough."
Full origin of satisfaction →Frequently asked questions
What does “satisfaction” mean?
The word “satisfaction” means a feeling of contentment or fulfillment that comes from getting what you need or want. In plain terms, the pleased feeling of having your needs met, or (more formally) compensation for a wrong.
How do you pronounce “satisfaction”?
“Satisfaction” is pronounced sa-tihs-FAK-shuhn (/sætɪsˈfækʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “satisfaction” in a sentence?
Here is “satisfaction” used in a sentence: “There's real satisfaction in finishing a job well done.”
What part of speech is “satisfaction”?
“Satisfaction” is a noun.
Where does the word “satisfaction” come from?
The word “satisfaction” comes from Latin. From Latin satisfactio, built from satis ("enough") and facere ("to do" or "to make") — literally "the making of enough.".
Is “satisfaction” a common word?
“Satisfaction” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “satisfaction” have?
“Satisfaction” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a feeling of contentment or fulfillment that comes from getting what you need or want.
What is the difference between "satisfaction" and "contentment"?
"Satisfaction" is the sense of fulfillment that comes specifically from getting what you need or want, often after effort. "Contentment" is a broader, calmer state of being happy with things as they are, without a particular want being met.
Which preposition goes with "satisfaction"?
"Satisfaction" commonly pairs with "with" to name what pleases you, as in satisfaction with the results. It also appears in phrases like "to my satisfaction" and gaining satisfaction from a task.
What is the difference between "satisfaction" and "gratification"?
Both describe pleasure from getting what you want, but "gratification" stresses the immediate pleasure of a desire being met. "Satisfaction" often suggests a deeper, more lasting contentment, especially after achieving something.
