What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
satiety
Example
After eating the large pizza, I felt a sense of satiety. [satiety: noun]
Example
The rich dessert left me with a feeling of satiety that lasted for hours. [satiety: noun]
satisfaction
Example
I felt a great sense of satisfaction after completing the project on time. [satisfaction: noun]
Example
She derived a lot of satisfaction from helping others. [satisfaction: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Satisfaction is more commonly used than satiety in everyday language, due to its versatility and wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between satiety and satisfaction?
Both satiety and satisfaction are neutral in terms of formality, and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
