Something that is satisfactory is acceptable to you or fulfills a particular need or purpose. I never got a satisfactory answer.Students are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress while enrolled at Collin College. Definition of 'satisfactory'. The last column shows the difference between your institution's satisfaction means and the national group satisfaction means. Satisfactory means something is enough or accepted. On the other hand, satisfying is something that is up to the mark you need or expect! Noun the state of being satisfied; contentment. Synonyms: enjoyment, comfort, pleasure Antonyms: discontent, displeasure Satisfaction is " I have enough " Gratification is " I am happy for the things I have" Satisfaction occurs usually after fulfillment of a desire.