gratification

noun

grat·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌgra-tə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

1

: reward, recompense

monetary gratification for a job well done

especially : gratuity

2

: the act of gratifying : the state of being gratified

the gratification of physical appetites

3

: a source of satisfaction or pleasure

found gratification in getting his novel published

Synonyms

• content
• contentedness
• contentment
• delectation
• delight
• enjoyment
• gladness
• happiness
• pleasure
• relish
• satisfaction

Examples of gratification in a Sentence

eating good chocolate gives me a sense of intense gratification

Recent Examples on the Web

Schaeffer also didn’t rely on cameos as a way to provide that degree of gratification. —Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024

The rise of social media influencers looking for more visually appealing content to share, as well as the instant print capability of Polaroid cameras, which perfectly aligns with the digital age's desire for immediate gratification, have been driving the market, the report found. —Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024

This reduces both the urge to carry out the behavior in question (i.e. cravings) and the feelings of gratification that results from fulfilling such an urge. —Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 17 Oct. 2024

Baby boomers prioritize personal gratification and independence. —Holly Garcia, Parents, 10 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see gratify

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing gratification

• self-gratification