adj
satisfying
SA-tihs-feye-ihng
adj
1
Giving pleasure or a sense of fulfillment; pleasing.
"There's something satisfying about crossing items off a to-do list."
"The meal was simple but satisfying."
How to Use Satisfying
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGiving a good feeling of fulfillment or completion.
Common pairings
a satisfying meal
deeply satisfying
satisfying to watch
Word Forms
more satisfying comparative, most satisfying superlative
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Etymology
Formed from "satisfy" plus the "-ing" ending.