Definitions and Examples of content, satisfied, grateful
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
content
Feeling satisfied and happy with what one has; not desiring more.
Example
She was content with her life and didn't feel the need to chase after material possessions.
Feeling pleased and fulfilled with what one has achieved or received.
Example
After completing the project, he felt satisfied with his work and proud of his accomplishments.
Feeling thankful and appreciative of what one has or has been given.
Example
She was grateful for the support of her friends and family during a difficult time.
Key Differences: content vs satisfied vs grateful
- 1Content implies a sense of satisfaction and happiness with what one has, without the desire for more.
- 2Satisfied implies a sense of fulfillment and pleasure with what one has achieved or received.
- 3Grateful implies a sense of thankfulness and appreciation for what one has or has been given.
Effective Usage of content, satisfied, grateful
- 1Express Gratitude: Use grateful to express thankfulness and appreciation.
- 2Show Satisfaction: Use satisfied to show a sense of fulfillment and pleasure.
- 3Demonstrate Contentment: Use content to demonstrate a sense of satisfaction and happiness with what one has.
Remember this!
The antonyms of envied are content, satisfied, and grateful. These antonyms convey a positive emotional state, implying that one is happy with what they have and not desiring anything more. Use these words to express gratitude, show satisfaction, and demonstrate contentment.
