Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

satisfice

verb

/ˈsætɪsfaɪs/

Definition

To make a decision or solve a problem by selecting the first satisfactory option rather than the best possible one.

Examples

When overwhelmed with choices, she decided to satisfice by choosing the first restaurant she saw.
Instead of conducting extensive research, he chose to satisfice with the information readily available.

Meaning

Satisficing is a combination of ‘satisfy’ and ‘suffice.’ It refers to the practice of choosing an option that meets the minimum criteria or needs instead of striving for the optimal solution.