satisfaction
/sætɪsˈfækʃən/ nom B1En français : satisfaction
- A fulfilment of a need or desire.
- The pleasure obtained by the fulfillment of one or more needs or desires; a sense of contentment with one's situation and achievements. · November 4, 1860, Henry David Thoreau, letter to Mr. D. R. This life is not for complaint, but for satisfaction.
- The source of such gratification.
- A reparation for an injury or loss.
- A vindication for a wrong suffered. · The count demanded satisfaction in the form of a duel at dawn.
- Sexual pleasure.
Pluriel satisfactions
Dans la bibliothèque
Holmes gave an exclamation of satisfaction.
“Well, well,” said he presently with an exclamation of satisfaction, “things are turning a little in our direction at last.
There was, however, no trace of exultation or satisfaction upon his face.
Twice he stopped, and once I saw him smile, and heard him utter an exclamation of satisfaction.
Apprenez satisfaction dans de vrais textes
Avec un compte gratuit, survolez n’importe quel mot de la bibliothèque pour voir son sens, écoutez-le lu à voix haute, enregistrez des mots pour des révisions calées sur votre mémoire, et voyez quelle part de chaque livre vous connaissez déjà.