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- pronunciation:
- sae
tihs
faI
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
satisfies, satisfying, satisfied |
| definition 1: |
When something satisfies you, it gives you what you want or need.
Gerald was really hungry and the crackers he ate were not enough to satisfy him.Mr. Taylor's job didn't satisfy him, and he hoped he could find another one that would be more interesting.- synonyms:
- fulfill, please
- antonyms:
- disappoint
- similar words:
- delight, relieve, suit
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| definition 2: |
When you are satisfied with something, you feel OK with it and don't have any doubts about it. If you are satisfied with your brother's reason for wanting to borrow your bicycle, it means that you have no doubts about his reason. It makes sense to you, so you are OK with it.
Sam's excuse for being late satisfied his teacher.- synonyms:
- reassure
- similar words:
- convince, persuade, relieve
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| related words: |
fulfill |
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