satisfy
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/
KK: /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To be enough to meet a need or desire; to fulfill a requirement or expectation.
Example
The meal did not satisfy my hunger completely.
Tense Forms
Past: satisfied
Past Participle: satisfied
Conversation
Do you think this meal will satisfy everyone?
I hope so! It looks really good.
Yeah, I want to make sure it will satisfy our guests.
I'm sure it will — everyone loves your cooking!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
suffice
content
gratify
Antonyms
dissatisfy
displease
fail
transitive verb
Definition
To meet the needs or expectations of someone or something; to make someone happy or content.
Example
The meal was delicious enough to satisfy everyone at the table.
Tense Forms
Past: satisfied
Past Participle: satisfied
Conversation
Did you manage to satisfy all the requirements for your project?
Not really, I still need to redo a few sections to meet the standards.
I hope you can satisfy them soon, the deadline is coming up fast.
Root Explanation
Satisfy → It is formed from "satis" (meaning enough) and "facere" (meaning to make or do). The word "satisfy" means to make enough or to fulfill a need or desire.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'enough' — 'satis' means enough, and 'facere' means to make. This helps you remember that to satisfy means to fulfill a need.
Visually Confused Words
resatisfy
slatify
saify
presatisfy
outsatisfy
dissatisfy
stratify
sanctify