English · Emotions & Feelings
satisfaction
/ˌsæt.ɪsˈfæk.ʃən/
[/ˌsæt.ɪsˈfæk.ʃən/]
fulfilled contentment
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The pleasant feeling you get when you achieve or get what you wanted.
Example
There was real satisfaction in finishing the long project exactly on time and within budget.
There was real satisfaction in finishing the long project exactly on time and within budget.
Etymology
From Latin 'satisfacere' (to satisfy), from 'satis' (enough) and 'facere'.
How & Where It’s Used
Expresses the contentment of fulfilled needs, work, or desires.
Literary Heritage
The Rolling Stones' song '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction' made the word iconic.