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contented Meaning & Definition

Q: What are the comparative and superlative forms of contented?

The comparative form is more contented and the superlative form is most contented.

/kənˈtɛntɪd/

What Does Contented Mean?

Contented is used as a verb meaning simple past and past participle of content. As an adjective, it means Satisfied.

Word Facts for Contented

Part of speech	verb, adjective
Pronunciation	//kənˈtɛntɪd//
Syllables	1
Synonyms	content, complacent and easygoing
Antonyms	discontented
Comparative / superlative	more contented, most contented

Contented Definition (Verb)

simple past and past participle of content

Contented as an Adjective

Satisfied.

Verb

To give contentment or satisfaction; to satisfy; to make happy.
You can't have any more - you'll have to content yourself with what you already have.
To satisfy the expectations of; to pay; to requite

Synonyms of Contented

content complacent easygoing smug happy satisfied self-satisfied at peace placid

Contented synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Contented

discontented

Contented in a Sentence

You can't have any more - you'll have to content yourself with what you already have.

Word Forms & Grammar

contented

contented (comparative more contented, superlative most contented)

How Do You Say Contented?

The standard pronunciation of contented is //kənˈtɛntɪd//, spoken in 1 syllable.

Questions People Ask About Contented

Is contented a verb or an adjective?

Contented is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.

What is another word for contented?

Close synonyms of contented are content, complacent and easygoing. See the full list of contented synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of contented?

The opposite of contented is discontented.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of contented?

The comparative form is more contented and the superlative form is most contented.