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satisfaction

/sætɪsˈfækʃən/noun4 syllables

Satisfaction means: compensation for a wrong.

Synonyms for satisfaction12

noun, as in compensation for a wrong

atonement, expiation

noun, as in state of being gratified or satisfied

gratification

also used for satisfaction

amends, recompense, remuneration, acquittal, assyth, bote, compensation, indemnification, indemnity

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Opposites of satisfaction

dissatisfaction

What does satisfaction mean?5

noun

1

compensation for a wrong“we were unable to get satisfaction from the local store”

2

state of being gratified or satisfied“dull repetitious work gives no gratification”

3

the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation“the chef tasted the sauce with great satisfaction”

4

(law) the payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation“the full and final satisfaction of the claim”

5

act of fulfilling a desire or need or appetite“the satisfaction of their demand for better services”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with satisfaction?15

four syllables

interaction

five syllables

dissatisfaction
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Satisfaction in a sentence

  • True satisfaction comes from the heart, not the wallet.Nuel
  • Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back to life.shekitten
  • Satisfaction is guaranteed, or we'll give you your money back.rul
  • Your happiness and satisfaction are my top priorities, so feel free to ask anything.Nuel
  • Luxury is satisfaction, health, safety, warmth, and food.Miktsoanit
  • Ziri had no words for the satisfaction he drew out of it.Amastan
  • We hope this will be to your satisfaction.CS
  • I had the satisfaction of finishing the work.CK

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Forms of satisfaction

as a noun

plural
satisfactions