ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Satisfactory

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /sætɪsˈfækt(ə)ɹi/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Satisfactory is an adjective meaning Done to satisfaction; adequate or sufficient.

Meaning

Done to satisfaction; adequate or sufficient.

More Meanings

  1. Causing satisfaction; agreeable or pleasant; satisfying.
  2. (theology) Making atonement for a sin; expiatory.
  3. Somebody or something that meets requirements without exceeding them.
  4. The rating given to somebody or something that meets requirements without exceeding them.

Example Sentences

The satisfactory results of the survey led to his promotion.
I've been a good student — mostly distinguisheds and only a few satisfactories […]
[…] therefore the ſuffering of any other nature could not bee ſo pertinent, nor kindly ſatisfactory.
To own a bit of ground, to scratch it with a hoe, to plant seeds, and watch their renewal of life,—this is the commonest delight of the race, the most satisfactory thing a man can do.

Word Forms

Synonyms for satisfactory

Depending on context, synonyms include acceptable, adequate, average, decent, favoursome, fair.

Antonyms for satisfactory

Common opposites include awesome, excellent, wonderful, good, mediocre, bad.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include alright, acceptable, passable, adequate, good, satisfying.

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