adjective / verb
content
Satisfied with what one has, or making someone feel satisfied.
She feels content with her small apartment and simple routine.
Etymology
The Latin adjective connects being contained with being satisfied. Content describes people whose desires are held within what is available, so they do not seek something further.
More examples
- I'm content to stay home and read tonight.
- We content ourselves with a short walk when time is tight.
- A brief explanation contented him, and he asked no more questions.
Forms
content · contents · contented · contenting
contentment noun — A feeling of satisfaction with one's situation.