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- DictionaryGrat·i·fi·ca·tion/ˌɡradəfəˈkāSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire: "a thirst for sexual gratification"
noun [ U ] us / ˌɡræt̬.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃ ə n / uk / ˌɡræt.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃ ə n / Add to word list. pleasure or satisfaction, or something which provides this: sexual gratification. instant gratification Some people expect instant gratification (= to get what they want immediately). See. gratify. Fewer examples.
Definitions of gratification. noun. the act or an instance of satisfying. see more. noun. state of being gratified or satisfied. “dull repetitious work gives no gratification ” “to my immense gratification he arrived on time” synonyms: satisfaction. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Gratification."
1. satisfaction, delight, pleasure, joy, thrill, relish, enjoyment, glee, kick or kicks (informal) Eventually they recognised him, much to his gratification. satisfaction pain, disappointment, frustration, sorrow, dissatisfaction. 2. indulgence, satisfaction, fulfilment the gratification of his every whim.
4 days ago · 1. the state of being gratified; great satisfaction. 2. something that gratifies; source of pleasure or satisfaction. 3. the act of gratifying. 4. archaic. a reward, recompense, or gratuity. SYNONYMS 1. pleasure, relish, delight, enjoyment, comfort.
the state of feeling pleasure when something goes well for you or when your desires are satisfied; something that gives you pleasure synonym satisfaction. sexual gratification. A feed will usually provide instant gratification to a crying baby. Much to my gratification, my work got a special mention in her speech.
Gratification Definition. gratifikāzhən. Meanings. Synonyms. Sentences. Definition Source. Word Forms. Origin. Noun. Filter. noun. A gratifying or being gratified. Webster's New World. Something that gratifies; cause for satisfaction. Webster's New World. Reward or recompense for services or benefits. Webster's New World. Similar definitions.
to give pleasure to (a person or persons) by satisfying desires or humoring inclinations or feelings: Her praise will gratify all who worked so hard to earn it. to satisfy; indulge; humor, as one's desires or appetites. [ Obs.]to reward; remunerate. Latin grātificāre, equivalent. to grāt ( us) pleasing + -i- - i - + -ficāre - fy.
