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satisfy

/ˈsætɪsfaɪ/

verb

Meaning

  • To do enough for; to meet the needs of; to fulfill the wishes or requirements of.

    "I'm not satisfied with the quality of the food here."

  • To cause (a sentence) to be true when the sentence is interpreted in one's universe.

  • To convince by ascertaining; to free from doubt.

  • To pay to the extent of what is claimed or due.

    "to satisfy a creditor"

  • To answer or discharge (a claim, debt, legal demand, etc.); to give compensation for.

    "to satisfy a claim or an execution"