Pronunciation: /ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun the state of being pleased or satisfied
A1 I feel gratification when I finish a puzzle.
A2 Winning the game brought him a sense of gratification.
B1 She found gratification in helping others.
B2 The artist experienced great gratification after completing the masterpiece.
C1 His gratification knew no bounds when he received the prestigious award.
C2 The CEO's gratification was evident as he watched his company succeed beyond expectations.
adjective gratifying
A1 I felt a sense of gratification when I completed my first puzzle.
A2 The simple act of helping someone can bring a lot of gratification.
B1 Volunteering at the local shelter gave me a deep sense of gratification.
B2 Achieving my long-term goal brought me immense gratification.
C1 The artist's work was met with critical acclaim, bringing her great gratification.
C2 The author experienced gratification beyond measure when her book became a bestseller.
formal The feeling of gratification that comes from achieving a goal is truly rewarding.
informal I get a sense of gratification every time I finish a difficult puzzle.
slang Winning the championship game gave me so much gratification, it was awesome!
figurative The artist found gratification in painting her emotions onto the canvas.
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