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Synonyms & Similar Words
satisfaction
pleasure
delight
enjoyment
joy
happiness
contentment
fulfillment
pride
elation
euphoria
thrill
excitement
bliss
ecstasy
rapture
amusement
entertainment
diversion
recreation
leisure
comfort
solace
consolation
reassurance
confidence
self-esteem
pridefulness
smugness
complacency
self-satisfaction
indulgence
treat
reward
payback
recompense
compensation
restitution
atonement
expiation
absolution
vindication
justification
exoneration.
Meaning of Gratification
According to Oxford Dictionary, gratification is the state of being satisfied or pleased, especially because of something that you wanted or enjoyed.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines gratification as the state of being gratified, which means feeling pleased or satisfied, especially because of something that you wanted or enjoyed.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that gratification is a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction, especially because you have achieved something or got something that you wanted.
Example Uses
- The feeling of gratification she got from helping others was immense and motivated her to continue volunteering.
- He felt a sense of gratification after completing his first marathon, knowing that all his hard work and training had paid off.
- The company's new policy aimed to provide instant gratification to customers by offering same-day delivery for online orders.
- The smell of freshly baked cookies brought her a sense of gratification and comfort, reminding her of her childhood.