B2adjectiveworkeducation
US/ˌsæt.ɪsˈfæk.tər.i/
UK/ˌsæt.ɪsˈfæk.tər.i/
good enough for what is needed, but not excellent
In context
The hotel room was satisfactory, though not very clean.
Her work was satisfactory, but her manager wanted more.
We have not found a satisfactory solution to the problem yet.
Words that go with satisfactory
adjective + noun
- satisfactory resultThe test gave a satisfactory result.
- satisfactory explanationHe could not give a satisfactory explanation.
- satisfactory progressThe student is making satisfactory progress.
- satisfactory levelQuality remains at a satisfactory level.
adverb + adjective
- perfectly satisfactoryThe old computer is perfectly satisfactory for email.
- less than satisfactoryHer answer was less than satisfactory.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am very satisfactory with the service.Correct: I am very satisfied with the service.