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
For those who have learned the association, drinking a cup will give predictable gratification.
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Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Instant gratification distorts reality in this era of college basketball.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
Child psychiatrist and Yale School of Medicine professor Yann Poncin previously told USA TODAY that over time, technology exposure rewires the brain to expect instant gratification, depleting the brain’s cognitive patience and threshold for tolerating frustration in the process.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
That Fredrikze will even be in a position to do so is a source of immense gratification.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
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Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Instant gratification distorts reality in this era of college basketball.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
Child psychiatrist and Yale School of Medicine professor Yann Poncin previously told USA TODAY that over time, technology exposure rewires the brain to expect instant gratification, depleting the brain’s cognitive patience and threshold for tolerating frustration in the process.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
That Fredrikze will even be in a position to do so is a source of immense gratification.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for gratification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratification
Noun
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So during the warmup skate, before every Canucks game that Myers’ family attends, Garland waves at Tristan and then demonstrates a penalty for Tristan’s enjoyment.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Kaplan himself believes the wine will hold up for 30 years but thinks that maximum enjoyment will be derived from it within five to seven.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
22 Feb. 2026
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Their contentment and their connection is undeniable.—
John E. Green,
Time,
1 Feb. 2026
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The most common feelings reflected contentment rather than passion.—
Christine Zhang,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2026
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Using her magic broom, Kiki opens a flying courier service and begins to experience both the satisfaction and the difficulties of independence and self-reliance.—
Danny Horn,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
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Some world leaders expressed relief or satisfaction with Friday’s decision.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Surveying the city across the tops of the cathedral in Vieuz Lyon, over the rivers Rhone and Saone below, all the way to Mont Blanc on the horizon while the bell towers mark the slow passing of time is an unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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New Orleans-Style Beignets for Mardi Gras Biting into a pillowy, powdered beignet still fresh from the fryer is one of life’s finest pleasures, and there’s no time like Mardi Gras to indulge in one of New Orleans’ most famous dishes.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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According to the University of California, Los Angeles, people 65 and older who have hobbies, such as golfing, gardening, crafting, and fishing, report higher levels of happiness and greater life satisfaction.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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As devastating secrets surface, the youngest son, Matt, must navigate a path between love and loyalty, sacrifice and the chance at his own happiness.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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Its cable networks barely make any original content anymore, beyond Comedy Central’s South Park and the Daily Show.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2026
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In a season with Cirie, Colby, and Ozzy, there is no comparison to the delight and joy these 50 cast members possess when talking about Coach.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
25 Feb. 2026
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Another unexpected delight came earlier in the trip, in Singapore, where the Conrad Singapore Orchard arranged a visit to The Intan through its 1/3/5 program.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Gratification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratification. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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