Satiation: meaning, definitions and examples

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satiation

 

[ seษชหˆteษชสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

state of fullness

Satiation refers to the state of being satisfactorily full or gratified, particularly in terms of appetite or desire. It is the condition where a person feels that they have eaten enough and no longer desire food. Satiation is often achieved after a meal when the body's nutritional needs are met, leading to a feeling of satisfaction. This concept can extend beyond food to include emotional or psychological fulfillment.

Synonyms

contentment, fullness, gratification, satisfaction

Examples of usage

  • After a hearty meal, he experienced complete satiation.
  • The dessert provided a sense of satiation that lasted until the next day.
  • Satiation can affect how we choose our meals.
  • Maintaining a sense of satiation can lead to healthier eating habits.

Translations

Translations of the word "satiation" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น saciedade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคคเฅ‹เคท

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sรคttigung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kepuasan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐัะธั‡ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nasycenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆบ€่ถณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท satisfaction

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saciado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท doฤŸruluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งŒ์กฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงูƒุชูุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nasycenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nasรฝtenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆปก่ถณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zadovoljstvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรกttur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพะปั‹า›ั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ›แƒแƒงแƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ doyma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ saciado

Etymology

The term 'satiation' has its roots in the Latin word 'satiare', meaning 'to satisfy or fill'. This Latin term comes from 'satia', which denotes 'satisfaction'. The word 'satiation' first emerged in the English language in the late 19th century, specifically in discussions related to psychology and nutrition. The concept related to the biological processes that regulate hunger and fullness has been extensively researched since then. Over time, satiation has been linked not only to physical eating but also to the mental state of contentment and fulfillment in various aspects of life. Its usage has evolved to encompass broader meanings beyond just food, signifying any state of being satisfied or fulfilled.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,439 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.