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satisfied

|sat-is-fied|

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/ˈsætɪsˌfaɪd/

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/ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

(satisfy)

fulfill needs

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounAdjectiveAdjectiveAdverbAdverb
satisfysatisfiessatisfiedsatisfiedsatisfyingsatisfactionsatisfactorysatisfiedsatisfyinglysatisfactorily
Etymology
Etymology Information

'satisfied' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'satisfacere,' where 'satis' meant 'enough' and 'facere' meant 'to make.'

Historical Evolution

'satisfacere' transformed into the Old French word 'satisfier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'satisfy' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make enough or fulfill,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pleased or content.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.

She felt satisfied with her exam results.

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Adjective 2

convinced or assured of the truth of something.

The jury was satisfied with the evidence presented.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39