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satisfaction

[/ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/]
nounfemininepl: satisfactions
satisfação
1. The state of being content or fulfilled; a feeling of pleasure or accomplishment
She felt great satisfaction after completing the project.
Ela sentiu grande satisfação depois de completar o projeto.
2. The fulfillment of a desire, need, or expectation
The satisfaction of hunger is one of our basic needs.
A satisfação da fome é uma de nossas necessidades básicas.
3. Compensation or reparation for a loss or injury
The court ordered satisfaction of the damages.
O tribunal ordenou a satisfação dos danos.
4. Gratification obtained from something
Customer satisfaction is our priority.
A satisfação do cliente é nossa prioridade.
Synonyms
contentmentfulfillmentgratificationpleasurehappiness
Antonyms
dissatisfactiondiscontentdispleasurefrustration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
satisfação
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
satisfação
Colloquially may use 'sacação' in very informal contexts, but satisfação is standard
São Paulo
satisfação
Standard usage, common in business and formal contexts
Portugal
satisfação
Standard usage identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

to one's satisfaction - a contento, conforme desejado
to get satisfaction - obter satisfação ou reparação
satisfaction guaranteed - satisfação garantida
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