gratifying — giving pleasure or satisfaction; rewarding
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving pleasure or satisfaction; rewarding
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡrætɪˌfaɪɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- It's gratifying to know that my terrible cooking finally drove my roommate to become a chef.
- Watching students understand difficult concepts is deeply gratifying for teachers.
- She found it gratifying that her diet advice worked so well that her cat lost weight too.
gratifying
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɡrætɪˌfaɪɪŋ/]
giving pleasure or satisfaction; rewarding
Finishing the marathon felt deeply gratifying after months of training.
After a terrifying climb, the summit is truly gratifying and satisfying!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'gratus' meaning 'pleasing' or 'agreeable,' the word evolved through the verb 'gratify' (to please or satisfy) with the addition of the suffix '-ing' to form an adjective. It shares etymological kinship with 'gratitude,' both stemming from the same Latin root expressing pleasantness and appreciation.
Breakdown
gratus (pleasing, agreeable) + -ify (to make or cause) + -ing (forming adjective), literally meaning 'pleasing or satisfying in nature.'
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📝Examples
“It's gratifying to know that my terrible cooking finally drove my roommate to become a chef.”
“Watching students understand difficult concepts is deeply gratifying for teachers.”
“She found it gratifying that her diet advice worked so well that her cat lost weight too.”
“The volunteer work was gratifying and gave him a sense of purpose.”
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