English Explanatory Dictionary

gratification

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of gratifying or pleasing, either the mind, or the appetite or taste.
  2. A gratuity; a reward.
  3. A feeling of pleasure; satisfaction.

Pronunciation

/ˌɡɹætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-gratification.wav

Word forms

gratification gratifications

Etymology

From Latin grātificātiō either directly or through Middle French gratification, from Latin grātificō (“to do a favor to, oblige, please, gratify”), from grātus (“kind, pleasing”) + faciō (“to make”).

Synonyms

gladness delight enjoyment fruition

Related words

gratify

Derived words

oral gratification self-gratification
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