self-gratification
self-gratification — noun
1. the practice of doing what makes you feel satisfied or happy, especially when th
the practice of doing what makes you feel satisfied or happy, especially when this is done in a way that others may consider too selfish
Wren spent the weekend in a haze of self-gratification, ordering takeaway and binge-watching shows.
collocation: haze of self-gratification
The therapist warned Omar that his constant self-gratification could damage relationships with friends and family.
that-clause after warn + object
Some people believe that modern society encourages self-gratification over responsibility and hard work.
A life focused only on self-gratification often leaves little room for meaningful connections with others.
After a year of dieting, Dario enjoyed a weekend of self-gratification at the food market.
- self-indulgence
more about allowing yourself luxuries or enjoyable activities, often without the selfishness implied by self-gratification
- hedonism
a broader philosophical view that pleasure is the most important goal in life; more formal and abstract
- self-pleasure
less common and less negative than self-gratification; can also mean masturbation
- self-denial
refusing yourself things you enjoy, often for religious or moral reasons
- self-restraint
holding back from doing something you want to do, often for practical or ethical reasons
文法句型
self-gratification as subject
self-gratification + of + noun phrase
用法筆記
This word is often used critically, suggesting that the person is being selfish or irresponsible by focusing only on their own pleasure.
常見錯誤
2. a formal or polite word for the act of touching your own sexual organs for pleas
a formal or polite word for the act of touching your own sexual organs for pleasure
The doctor explained that self-gratification is a normal part of human development.
noun + that-clause: explain that self-gratification is normal
In many cultures, self-gratification was historically discussed only in medical textbooks.
The sex education class covered topics such as puberty, reproduction, and self-gratification.
Research shows that attitudes toward self-gratification vary widely across different societies.
- masturbation
the direct, everyday term for the same act; more common and less formal
- self-stimulation
a neutral, clinical term that avoids the moral overtones of self-gratification
用法筆記
This is a clinical or polite way of referring to masturbation. In everyday speech, the direct term 'masturbation' is more common and less ambiguous.