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Definition of gratifying

gratifying

/ˈɡɹæt.ɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ/
grat · i · fy · ing
Adverb:gratifyingly
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1

Giving pleasure, satisfaction, or a sense of fulfillment.

Example

"It was deeply gratifying to see how much the students improved over the course of the semester."

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• Nearby Words

grater
gratification
gratify
gratifying
gratifyingly
gratin
grating

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'gratify', which entered English in the 16th century via Middle French 'gratifier', from Latin 'gratificari' ('to do a favor to, oblige'), a compound of 'gratus' ('pleasing, thankful') and 'facere' ('to make').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gratifying. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gratifying
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