satisfying

adjective

sat·​is·​fy·​ing ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ 

: producing pleasure or contentment by providing what is needed or wanted : enjoyable, gratifying

a highly satisfying result/experience

a satisfying meal

No pig ever had truer friends, and he realized that friendship is one of the most satisfying things in the world.

—E. B. White

satisfyingly

ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• agreeable
• blessed
• blest
• congenial
• darling
• delectable
• delicious
• delightful
• delightsome
• dreamy
• dulcet
• enjoyable
• felicitous
• good
• grateful
• gratifying
• heavenly
• jolly
• luscious
• nice
• palatable
• pleasant
• pleasing
• pleasurable
• pretty
• savory
• savoury
• sweet
• tasty
• welcome

Examples of satisfying in a Sentence

a satisfying and relaxing bubble bath after a long day

"I don't feel like it" is not a satisfying reason for skipping your chores

received many satisfying compliments on her gardening efforts

Recent Examples on the Web

There is beautiful acidity along with subtle wood notes and a round, very satisfying finish. —Tom Hyland, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024

The Riff provides impressive clarity, even at high volumes, ensuring a satisfying listening experience. —Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 23 Sep. 2024

The action and puzzles have just enough depth to them to be satisfying while not being intimidating for younger or less experienced players. —Andrew Webster, The Verge, 21 Sep. 2024

Richard Lentz of Minneapolis had a similar experience with Consulting Radiologists, but with less satisfying results. —Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above