satisfaction

CEFRB1

/sætɪsˈfækʃən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A feeling of pleasure because something meets your needs or expectations.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    The pleasure obtained by the fulfillment of one or more needs or desires; a sense of contentment with one's situation and achievements.

Examples

  • It would be a satisfaction to me.

  • We hope this will be to your satisfaction.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
4
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. The source of such gratification.

  2. A fulfilment of a need or desire.

  3. A reparation for an injury or loss.

More examples

In context

  • November 4, 1860, Henry David Thoreau, letter to Mr. D. R. This life is not for complaint, but for satisfaction.

  • The count demanded satisfaction in the form of a duel at dawn.

  • To young man who enjoys receiving oral satisfaction, this BiWM will give you all you want.

Synonyms

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Origin

noun

From Middle English satisfaccioun, from Old French satisfaccion and Latin satisfactiō, satisfactiōnis.