satisfying

adjective

sat·​is·​fy·​ing ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ 

: producing pleasure or contentment by providing what is needed or wanted : enjoyable, gratifying

a highly satisfying result/experience

a satisfying meal

No pig ever had truer friends, and he realized that friendship is one of the most satisfying things in the world.

—E. B. White

satisfyingly

ˈsa-təs-ˌfī-iŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• agreeable
• blessed
• blest
• congenial
• darling
• delectable
• delicious
• delightful
• delightsome
• dreamy
• dulcet
• enjoyable
• felicitous
• good
• grateful
• gratifying
• heavenly
• jolly
• luscious
• nice
• palatable
• pleasant
• pleasing
• pleasurable
• pretty
• savory
• savoury
• sweet
• tasty
• welcome

Examples of satisfying in a Sentence

a satisfying and relaxing bubble bath after a long day

"I don't feel like it" is not a satisfying reason for skipping your chores

received many satisfying compliments on her gardening efforts

Recent Examples on the Web

Carrots Carrots are a low-calorie snack with a satisfying crunch. —Lindsey Desoto, Health, 11 Feb. 2025

And, for those of us whose compassion can still interfere with witnessing a satisfying comeuppance, surprisingly stirring. —Ben Travers, IndieWire, 11 Feb. 2025

These slow-cooker chicken sliders get a satisfying crunch from sliced cabbage, too. 27. —Christine Byrne, StyleCaster, 8 Feb. 2025

Celery With Peanut Butter Take a bite of crunchy, crisp healthy celery topped with smooth, creamy peanut butter for a satisfying snack. —Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above