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noun grat·i·fi·ca·tion \ ˌgra-tə-fə-ˈkā-shən \

Definition of gratification

1 :reward, recompense
  • monetary gratification for a job well done
; especially :gratuity
2 :the act of gratifying :the state of being gratified
  • the gratification of physical appetites
3 :a source of satisfaction or pleasure
  • found gratification in getting his novel published

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Examples of gratification in a Sentence

  1. eating good chocolate gives me a sense of intense gratification

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Origin and Etymology of gratification

see gratify

gratification Synonyms

Synonyms
content, contentedness, contentment, delectation, delight, enjoyment, gladness, pleasure, happiness, relish, satisfaction
Antonyms
discontent, discontentedness, discontentment, displeasure, dissatisfaction, unhappiness
Related Words
afterglow; bliss, felicity, glee, gleefulness, joy, pleasance; amusement, diversion, entertainment; elatedness, elation, exhilaration, exultation, intoxication; ecstasy, euphoria, heaven, rapture; cheer, cheerfulness, exuberance, gaiety (also gayety), jollity, joyfulness, jubilation; joie de vivre; comfort, ease, restfulness
Near Antonyms
misery, sadness, unhappiness, wretchedness; anguish, desolation, joylessness, sorrow, woe; dejection, depression, despondency, dispiritedness, gloom, melancholy; aggravation, annoyance, exasperation, irritation, pique, vexation; anger, fury, rage; agitation, distress, disturbance, upset; discomfort, restlessness, uneasiness

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amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite

GRATIFICATION Defined for Kids

gratification

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noun grat·i·fi·ca·tion \ ˌgra-tə-fə-ˈkā-shən \

Definition of gratification for Students

1 :the act of giving pleasure or satisfaction to :the state of being pleased or satisfied She expects immediate gratification of her desires.
2 :something that pleases or satisfies His life offers few gratifications.

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