Satisfaction

Definition

Satisfaction refers to the contentment one experiences when one's desires, expectations, or needs have been met.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/
• Respelling: SAT-is-FAK-shuhn (with "SAT" as in "cat," "is" as a quick, soft sound, "FAK" as in "fact," and "shuhn" resembling the sound in "mission")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌsætɪsˈfækʃn/
• Respelling: SAT-is-FAK-shn (similar to American English, with "SAT" as in "cat," "is" as a quick, soft sound, "FAK" as in "fact," and "shn" indicating a slightly more clipped ending than in American English)

In both dialects, "satisfaction" features the stress on the "FAK" syllable. The major difference in respelling is aimed at capturing the slightly crisper pronunciation of the ending in British English, though the overall pronunciation structure is quite similar between the two.

Etymology

The word "satisfaction" comes from the Old French satisfaction, or directly from Latin satisfactionem (nominative satisfactio), from satisfacere 'to satisfy,' from satis 'enough' + facere 'to make'.

Derivatives

• Satisfy
• Satisfactory
• Satisfying
• Satisfier
• Dissatisfaction

Synonyms

• Contentment
• Fulfillment
• Gratification

Antonyms

• Discontent
• Dissatisfaction
• Unhappiness

Usage

The term 'satisfaction' is commonly used to denote a state of happiness or contentment typically resulting from the fulfillment of a particular desire, need, or expectation.

Related Terms

• Satisfy
• Dissatisfaction
• Satisfying

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Fulfillment:The state or feeling of being content or fulfilled especially concerning desires, needs, or expectations.‍
• Example: Achieving personal goals brings a sense of satisfaction.

• Compensation: Reparation made by giving an equivalent or compensation for loss, damage, or injury.‍
• Example: He demanded satisfaction for the insult.

• Assurance: The contentment attained from the assurance that a requirement or condition has been achieved.‍
• Example: The certificate provides satisfaction of having completed the course.