gratification

IPA/ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/
KK[ɡrˌætəfəkˈeʃən]IPA/ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/

gratification — noun

1. the pleasant feeling that comes when a wish, need, or goal is finally fulfilled

1.名詞B2
釋義

the pleasant feeling that comes when a wish, need, or goal is finally fulfilled — for example, the quiet happiness of finishing a difficult project you have been working on for months.

例句

Yumi felt deep gratification at receiving her university acceptance letter after months of hard work.

"deep gratification" + at [positive outcome]

Diego felt quiet gratification when he bought his first car using his savings.

quiet gratification (unexpected collocation for a reserved feeling)

同義詞
  • satisfaction

    more common and less formal; covers everyday fulfilled wants

  • fulfillment

    emphasizes completion of a meaningful goal or purpose

  • pleasure

    broader term that includes simple sensory enjoyment

  • contentment

    quieter, longer-lasting satisfaction without excitement

反義詞

文法句型

gratification + at/in [noun/-ing form]

sense/feeling of gratification

用法筆記

Frequently paired with adjectives that mark intensity — 'deep', 'great', 'immense', 'quiet'. The phrase 'instant gratification' (pleasure without delay or effort) is a set expression. 'Delayed gratification' refers to the ability to wait for a greater reward later.

常見錯誤

❌I felt gratification from the meal.
✅I felt gratification after finishing the marathon.
💡Gratification is tied to achievement or fulfilled long-term desire, not simple physical pleasure.
❌She has much gratification in her work.
✅She takes great gratification in her work.
💡Use 'great' or 'deep' rather than 'much' to modify gratification.