Synonyms for content

Grammar : Adj, noun, verb

Spell : kon-tent

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkɒn tɛnt

Définition of content

Origin : early 15c., from Middle French contenter, from content (adj.) "satisfied," from Latin contentus "contained, satisfied," past participle of continere (see contain). Sense evolved through "contained," "restrained," to "satisfied," as the contented person's desires are bound by what he or she already has. Related: Contented; contentedly.

adj happy, agreeable
noun comfort, happiness
noun essence, meaning
noun capacity, volume
verb please

Example sentences :

But I was not content with the first view that had been afforded me at the Exchange.
Extract from : « Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. 327 » by Various

Until the furies got hold of him he was a simple soul, content with simple things.
Extract from : « Viviette » by William J. Locke

Dick would be content if she went about in raiment made of dusters and bath towels.
Extract from : « Viviette » by William J. Locke

Then even if it doesn't sell, even if nobody reads it, I will be content.
Extract from : « Ballads of a Bohemian » by Robert W. Service

It is a patent declaration: "This is only a play; laugh and we are content."
Extract from : « The Dramatic Values in Plautus » by Wilton Wallace Blancke

The boy fell into the ecstasy of content that always came with Sidney's presence.
Extract from : « K » by Mary Roberts Rinehart

I will content myself with describing what is in store for the tourist.
Extract from : « The Roof of France » by Matilda Betham-Edwards

If there is any washing necessary, he is content to do it after the meal.
Extract from : « In the Midst of Alarms » by Robert Barr

Later, she was obliged to content herself with going from her armchair to her bed.
Extract from : « The Dream » by Emile Zola

I 'low He meant me t' take the firth man that come, an' be content.
Extract from : « Quaint Courtships » by Various

Antonyms for content

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