satisfied

English

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈsætɪsfaɪd/
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  • Hyphenation: sat‧is‧fied

Etymology 1

From the verb satisfy, equivalent to satisfy + -ed.

Verb

satisfied

  1. simple past and past participle of satisfy

Etymology 2

From Middle English satisfyed, i-satisfyed, i-satisfied, past participle of Middle English satisfien, equivalent to satisfy + -ed.

Adjective

satisfied (comparative more satisfied, superlative most satisfied)

  1. In a state of satisfaction.
    Synonyms: content, happy, pleased
    I'm satisfied with your progress in your homework, so you can watch television now.
  2. Convinced based on the available evidence.
    The judge was satisfied that the defendant did not go out with the intent to start a riot.
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