1
as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
readers will close the covers of this mystery novel with complete satisfaction
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2
as in compensation
payment to another for a loss or injury
he's demanding satisfaction from his neighbor for running over his prize tulips
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as in assurance
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
he proved to my satisfaction that he could not have done it
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Recent Examples of satisfaction
This further improves call resolution and customer satisfaction.
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Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
Happiness, life satisfaction, and worthwhile ratings were all slightly higher on Mondays and Fridays than on Sundays.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Often, spending on gifts or experiencing the satisfaction of giving provides a sense of relief and fulfillment.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Research shows empathetic leadership significantly boosts satisfaction and retention.
—Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2025
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Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
Happiness, life satisfaction, and worthwhile ratings were all slightly higher on Mondays and Fridays than on Sundays.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Often, spending on gifts or experiencing the satisfaction of giving provides a sense of relief and fulfillment.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Research shows empathetic leadership significantly boosts satisfaction and retention.
—Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfaction
Noun
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The second half of his life was complicated by addiction and the search for contentment.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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His latest book, The Best Possible Life, draws on 2,000 years of wisdom and provides actionable insights to help readers cultivate deep contentment, joy, and confidence.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2025
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According to its latest financial report, from its inception in 2012 through Jan. 30, the bureau had returned $19.7 billion to 195 million people, via actual compensation from financial firms, reductions in loan principal and canceled debts.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Large companies are supposed to be more difficult to manage, hence higher compensation for managers.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The assurance from Bondi that President Trump would not enforce the law was enough for Apple and Google to bring the app back.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
13 Feb. 2025
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However, this assurance did little to ease the concerns of Democrats who point to Trump's attempts to influence previous investigations, such as his pressure on FBI Director James Comey and Attorney General Jeff Sessions during his first term.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Puppy Bowl is not just for the puppies' enjoyment and viewers' entertainment but also promotes pet adoption by featuring rescue dogs.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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His accounts of natural disasters are leavened not only by the imaginary disasters in his purview but also by his obvious enjoyment of them.—
Arthur Krystal,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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In an interview with ABC4 in 2020, Martin discussed raising Patrick and her certainty that he was destined for success.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
9 Feb. 2025
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Still others shout their certainty that God is only close to certain political parties, countries, religions, or genders.—
Lynne Silva-Breen,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Looking is one of the central, if not the central, pleasures of the movies, and has been since the days of Gish, Garbo and Valentino.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
7 Feb. 2025
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The German microbrewery/restaurant has installed new TVs in its bier hall and at the bar for your viewing pleasure.—
Sam Allard,
Axios,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One of the most significant outcomes has been the passage of several reparations bills, including one signed in September that requires California to formally apologize for perpetuating slavery.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
6 Feb. 2025
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So far, two reparations bills (Assembly Bill 7 and Assembly Bill 62) have been introduced into the state Assembly.—
Wenyuan Wu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2025
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With that confidence, Ortega (35-3) is creating a masterpiece this season.—
Dave Melton,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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Read more Businesses How to Succeed at M&A When Most Mergers Fail New Book Tackles the Myth of Declining Morality and How to Handle Conflict 5) Bad Performance Management: Gallup pointed out that leaders and employees alike are severely lacking confidence in their performance management systems.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Satisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfaction. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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