GRATIFICATION Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

gratification

noun

ˌgra-tə-fə-ˈkā-shən

Definition of gratification

as in enjoyment

the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met eating good chocolate gives me a sense of intense gratification

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Recent Examples of gratification In the end, delaying gratification by using music as a reward is likely more effective than using it automatically. — Bridget K. Daleiden, The Conversation, 29 June 2026 Apple users tend to be deeply fond of Apple products; iPhones and iMacs have the advantage over most AI technologies of providing immediate gratification. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026 Can that gratification be found in supporting and maintaining an edifice that has been erected by others? — Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026 In addition to skin-plumping and hydrating gratification, the Matkas Triple Pure Serum offers long-term anti-aging benefits. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for gratification

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Noun

Beyond ski-in-ski-out access during the winter months, even though this 8,000-square-foot home has its own private gondola, this residence was built for year-round enjoyment.

— Catherine Dunwoody, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Still, full-size luxury sedans define the enjoyment of driving.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 26 July 2026

Definition of enjoyment

Noun

While there’s no direct translation in English, this cornerstone of Danish culture describes a feeling of coziness and contentment.

— Yerin Kim, InStyle, 27 July 2026
But do all this with the knowledge of what brings you contentment—and start charting your course now.

— Scott Snider, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026

Definition of contentment

Noun

For more than three decades, the MX-5 has represented affordable freedom—the freedom to lower the roof, choose the scenic route and rediscover the simple pleasure of driving.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Waking up to the smell of sizzling bacon is one of life’s little pleasures.

— Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 29 July 2026

Definition of pleasure

Noun

In the past decade or so, happiness rates have declined precipitously for unmarried adults—regardless of education level—much more so than for those who are married, Yifeng Wan, a researcher at the University of Virginia, has found.

— Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 3 Aug. 2026
Despite the middling score in the economic category, WalletHub’s analysis surmised that Fremont’s happiness is bolstered by its high share (nearly 80%) of households with an income above $75,000.

— Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of happiness

Noun

The account has been deactivated and was subsequently banned by the social media platform, which noted that the content of his livestream related to self-harm violated TikTok’s community guidelines.

— Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, favors a colorful mini dress from Matteau, layered over a black bathing suit and finished with T-strap sandals and a raffia hat—proof that simple does not mean boring.

— Minty Mellon, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of content

Noun

When the Valkyries compete along the shore of the San Francisco Bay’s Central Basin, there is a sort of exaggerated delight that sets the mood apart.

— Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
When temperatures eventually dip, Shah likes keeping an extra blanket in the car—a place where many babies do their best napping, much to their parents’ delight.

— Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026

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