gratification (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The pleasure or satisfaction felt when a desire or need is fulfilled.
Examples
Eating a delicious meal after a long day of work brought him immense gratification.
The artist found deep gratification in seeing her sculpture displayed in the gallery.
Instant gratification, though tempting, often leads to less satisfying long-term results.
How to Use gratification
- delay gratification (collocation)
- To postpone satisfying a desire or need. — "Learning to delay gratification is a key aspect of self-discipline."
- seek gratification (collocation)
- To look for ways to satisfy a desire or need. — "Some individuals constantly seek immediate gratification, regardless of consequences."
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