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satisfaction

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satisfaction in WordNet English dictionary

noun
  1. compensation for a wrong
    "we were unable to get satisfaction from the local store"
    atonement  expiation  satisfaction 
  2. state of being gratified or satisfied
    "dull repetitious work gives no gratification"; "to my immense gratification he arrived on time"
    gratification  satisfaction 
  3. act of fulfilling a desire or need or appetite
    "the satisfaction of their demand for better services"
    satisfaction 
  4. the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
    "the chef tasted the sauce with great satisfaction"
    satisfaction 
  5. (law) the payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation
    "the full and final satisfaction of the claim"
    satisfaction 
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