Definitions
- Describing a situation or condition that is completely satisfactory. - Referring to a state of being in which everything is in order and harmonious. - Talking about an agreement or understanding that is mutually beneficial and agreeable.
- Describing a situation or condition that meets the minimum requirements or expectations. - Referring to a state of being acceptable or adequate, but not necessarily exceptional. - Talking about a result or outcome that is sufficient to achieve a particular goal or objective.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a level of acceptability or adequacy.
- 2Both can be used to describe a situation or condition.
- 3Both can be used to describe an outcome or result.
- 4Both imply a level of approval or agreement.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree: Copacetic implies a higher level of satisfaction than satisfactory.
- 2Expectations: Satisfactory implies meeting the minimum requirements or expectations, while copacetic implies exceeding them.
- 3Usage: Copacetic is less common and more informal than satisfactory.
- 4Connotation: Copacetic has a more positive and enthusiastic connotation than satisfactory, which can be neutral or even slightly negative.
Remember this!
Copacetic and satisfactory are synonyms that describe a level of acceptability or adequacy. However, copacetic implies a higher degree of satisfaction than satisfactory. While satisfactory implies meeting the minimum requirements or expectations, copacetic implies exceeding them. Additionally, copacetic is less common and more informal than satisfactory, and has a more positive and enthusiastic connotation.
