satisfaction
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state of being gratified or satisfiedtype of:espritthe state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection)
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compensation for a wrongsynonyms: expiation, réparation
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the act or an instance of satisfyingsynonyms: rassasiementtypes:intempérance, sybaritismeexcess in action and immoderate indulgence of bodily appetites, especially in passion or indulgence
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the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectationantonyms:types:accomplissementa feeling of satisfaction at having achieved your desiressuffisancean excessive feeling of self-satisfaction
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happiness with one's situation in lifeantonyms:mécontentementa longing for something better than the present situationtypes:accomplissementa feeling of satisfaction at having achieved your desires
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act of fulfilling a desire or need or appetitetypes:rassasiementthe act or an instance of satisfyingtype of:
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These words describe all kinds of enjoyment, from simple satisfaction to intense pleasure. For more synonym lists, explore our Say What You Mean resources.
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