satisfying
Translation
satisfying, fulfilling, gratifying
Examples
It was a very satisfying meal.
It was a very satisfying meal.
Finishing the project was a satisfying experience.
Finishing the project was a satisfying experience.
Grammar Patterns
a satisfying ((sth.)) giving pleasure or fulfilment It was a satisfying conclusion to the story.
It is satisfying ((to-inf)) causing a feeling of pleasure It is satisfying to see your hard work pay off.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fulfilling, rewarding; Antonyms: unsatisfying, disappointing
Etymology
Present participle of 'satisfy'. From Latin 'satis' (enough) + 'facere' (to make). Describes something that 'makes enough'.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' ending describes the thing that CAUSES the feeling. A 'satisfying' meal makes you feel 'satisfied'.