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
Research supports this idea: a study by Richard N. Cardozo on consumer satisfaction found that the more time someone spends towards achieving a certain goal, the greater their attachment to it.
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Daisy Maldonado, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
The Raiders would need to work out the trade compensation to their satisfaction, but the team has reached out to Stafford’s camp to express interest, according to league sources, and meeting Stafford’s contract needs would not be an issue.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Wells Fargo Wells Fargo scored 1% higher in satisfaction, with a score of 78.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2025
Oh, and there’s no prize, except the quiet satisfaction of a job well done.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
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Daisy Maldonado, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
The Raiders would need to work out the trade compensation to their satisfaction, but the team has reached out to Stafford’s camp to express interest, according to league sources, and meeting Stafford’s contract needs would not be an issue.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Wells Fargo Wells Fargo scored 1% higher in satisfaction, with a score of 78.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2025
Oh, and there’s no prize, except the quiet satisfaction of a job well done.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfaction
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By granting autonomy and ownership over tasks, employees can better manage stress and enhance their sense of accomplishment and contentment.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Start with just one of these small, intentional happiness habits today, and watch as your capacity for flourishing, satisfaction and contentment grows over time.—
Jessica Weiss, Contributor,
CNBC,
1 Mar. 2025
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Employment and cost agreements are equally critical, defining compensation, performance metrics, and levels of authority for staff.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Defendants said the relationship gave Willis a financial interest in prosecuting the case because of the compensation her boyfriend received.—
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9 Mar. 2025
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The visit was over without a minerals deal, and without any assurances of ongoing U.S. support.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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Zelenskyy had warned repeatedly ahead of his trip to Washington, D.C., that, in order to reach a mineral agreement, Kyiv needed these security assurances.—
Caitlin McFall,
Fox News,
28 Feb. 2025
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That has zero to do with the quality or enjoyment of the course for traveling golfers, and in many cases, tournament venues are chosen for reasons like ample parking more than quality.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Thankfully, the couple didn't let that unexpected surprise get in the way of their enjoyment of that special moment.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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There was no late-breaking progress in contract talks, no additional certainty on Vancouver’s end that the player might be more amenable to a shorter-term deal.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Organizations that embrace learning over rigid certainty perform better in volatile environments.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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See Our Guide Charlottesville Charlottesville is a pleasure to visit due to its tasty food scene and a plethora of beautiful shops, including a vast selection of antique stores.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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In pleasure, this retrograde revealed how emotional safety and erotic freedom were deeply connected, possibly inviting a softer, more intentional relationship with personal needs.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
28 Feb. 2025
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However, even if a ceasefire is reached soon, Russia is likely to maintain control over the occupied territories, while Ukraine's hopes of receiving reparations from Moscow for post-war reconstruction appear unrealistic.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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The situation exposes how an experiment in reparations that sought to lift people disproportionately harmed by prior enforcement against marijuana not only failed but also helped derail the rollout of legal cannabis in New York.—
Ashley Southall,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Idaho officials have expressed confidence in state elections before, the Statesman previously reported.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Mar. 2025
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Keep doing it Knowing oneself, projecting confidence, building community and working together is essential.—
John Baldoni,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Satisfaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfaction. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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