Synonyms for

Content

Noun / ˈkɑ:ntent / / kʌˈntent / Another word for content — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a state of satisfaction or happiness; the things that are inside something

Synonyms & similar words

capacity contentedness discontent contented discontented substance message subject satisfied happy pleased gratified fulfilled quiet calm peaceful serene tranquil complacent easygoing carefree cheerful joyful blissful delighted glad grateful thankful

Synonyms by register

Formal

satisfied pleased fulfilled gratified

Informal

happy okay fine chill

Literary

serene placid at ease

Antonyms

discontent dissatisfied unhappy restless troubled agitated

Common collocations

  • content with
  • contentedly accept
  • contented sigh
  • contented smile
  • contented life
  • contented heart
  • contented mind

Word family

noun contentment
verb content
adjective content

Usage note

As an adjective, 'content' means satisfied. As a noun, it refers to what is inside something or the subject matter of a publication. Be careful not to confuse 'content' (adjective) with 'discontent' (antonym).

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Example sentences

  1. I am content with my dinner tonight.
  2. She was content with her grades on the test.
  3. The content of the book was fascinating.
  4. The content of the box was a surprise gift.
  5. He felt content after finishing his puzzle.

Quotes

  • Content is the wealth of nature. - Alfred Bernhard Nobel
  • To be content with little is hard; to be content with much, impossible. - Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach
  • Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you. - Lao Tzu

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