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The cat looked contented as it slept in the sunny window.
What does Contented mean?
Contented means peacefully happy and satisfied with what you have.
Dictionary definition
Peacefully happy and satisfied with what you have.
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What does contented mean?
Contented means peacefully happy and satisfied with what you have.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to contented?
Satisfied is a synonym for contented because it has a similar meaning.
Practice 3
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Contented
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kun · ten · tid · strongest beat: ten
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WordContented.
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MeaningContented means peacefully happy and satisfied with what you have.
ExampleExample: The cat looked contented as it slept in the sunny window.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kun · ten · tid
- Strongest beat
- ten
- Ending
- tid
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ten.
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Synonyms
Words like Contented
satisfiedUse when someone feels pleased with what they have.
Antonyms
Opposite words
restlessUse when someone cannot feel settled.
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Word family
Contented word family
Base word
content
noun
contentment
A peaceful satisfied feeling.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show peaceful happiness or satisfaction.
Common mix-up
Contented is quieter than excited; it means peacefully satisfied.
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