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Synonyms & Similar Words
satisfying
pleasing
enjoyable
rewarding
fulfilling
delightful
thrilling
exhilarating
invigorating
enchanting
captivating
charming
appealing
attractive
alluring
enticing
tempting
seductive
pleasing
agreeable
gratifying
welcome
pleasing
comforting
reassuring
soothing
calming
pacifying
mollifying
alleviating
relieving
consoling
heartening
uplifting
inspiring
motivating
stimulating
exciting
electrifying
galvanizing.
Meaning of Gratifying
According to Merriam-Webster, gratifying refers to something that gives satisfaction or pleasure, either to the mind or to the senses.
Definitions
- The Oxford Dictionary defines gratifying as giving pleasure or satisfaction, either to the mind or to the senses, or fulfilling a desire or need.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes gratifying as giving someone a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction, or making someone feel happy or content.
Example Uses
- The news of her promotion was gratifying, as she had worked hard for it.
- It was gratifying to see the impact of their charity work on the community.
- The teacher found it gratifying to see her students excel in their studies.
- The delicious cake was gratifying to her sweet tooth.
- The sense of accomplishment after completing the project was extremely gratifying.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
disappointing
unfulfilling
unsatisfying
unpleasant
unenjoyable
unrewarding
frustrating
infuriating
annoying
irritating
exasperating
maddening
infuriating
disheartening
discouraging
depressing
distressing
displeasing
dissatisfying
disconcerting
perturbing
troubling
upsetting
disquieting
unnerving
unsettling.