gratification — pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The chef's greatest gratification came from watching customers lick their plates clean.
- She found no gratification in her high-paying job that left her feeling empty.
- His only gratification after the terrible movie was getting a full refund.
gratification
NOUN[/ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Gratification derives from Latin gratus, meaning 'pleasing' or 'grateful,' which combined with facere (to make) formed gratificare, meaning 'to please or make glad.' The term evolved through Old French gratification to denote the act of pleasing or the pleasure derived from satisfying a desire.
Breakdown
gratus (pleasing, grateful) + facere (to make, do) → gratificare (to please, make glad) → gratification (the act of pleasing; satisfaction of a desire).
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📝Examples
“The chef's greatest gratification came from watching customers lick their plates clean.”
“She found no gratification in her high-paying job that left her feeling empty.”
“His only gratification after the terrible movie was getting a full refund.”
“The study emphasized the importance of delayed gratification in achieving long-term goals.”
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