gratification

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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• Hyphenation: grat‧i‧fi‧ca‧tion

Noun

Singular gratification

Plural gratifications

1. Gratification is a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction.
   • Synonyms: satisfaction, fulfillment and pleasure
   • Antonyms: dissatisfaction, discontentment and disappointment

   The artist felt gratification when he saw his art in the gallery.

   My parents feel gratification when I get good grades in school.

2. Gratification is something that gratifies.

   Eating chocolate gives me great gratification.

   Doing boring tasks gives me no gratification.

Related words

• gratify