satisfaction

(noun) the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation. Example: "The chef tasted the sauce with great satisfaction."

(noun) state of being gratified or satisfied. Synonyms: gratification. Examples: "Dull repetitious work gives no gratification." "To my immense gratification he arrived on time."

(noun) compensation for a wrong. Synonyms: atonement, expiation. Example: "We were unable to get satisfaction from the local store."

(noun) (law) the payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation. Example: "The full and final satisfaction of the claim."

(noun) act of fulfilling a desire or need or appetite. Example: "The satisfaction of their demand for better services."