satisfy

UK /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/ US /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/
verb 5

Definitions

verb

1

To be enough (for)

That brief explanation will never satisfy.

Death shall […] with us two / Be forced to satisfy his ravenous maw.

2

To be enough (for)

The final rehearsal of the day seemed to satisfy the director.

3

To be enough (for)

Even three giant helpings of turkey and ham didn't satisfy her appetite.

4

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

to satisfy a creditor

5

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

to satisfy a claim or an execution

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