1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
I am deeply gratified that you'll be able to come to the wedding
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
a good meal eaten in excellent company is enough to keep me gratified for some time
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in pleased
to give in to (a desire)
just gratify this one whim of mine
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in warmed
to give satisfaction to
your presence at the holiday table would really gratify your grandmother
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of gratified
Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Vance added that he's gratified by hearing calls for unity and condolences from Democratic friends and colleagues.
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Sep. 2025
She was gratified to see the man there in the counselor's office that day.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Benson was gratified that a buyer picked up one of his pieces for a gift.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
Chinn is gratified that Chan’s nonprofit is bringing visibility to such a critical time in history.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Vance added that he's gratified by hearing calls for unity and condolences from Democratic friends and colleagues.
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Sep. 2025
She was gratified to see the man there in the counselor's office that day.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Benson was gratified that a buyer picked up one of his pieces for a gift.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratified
Adjective
-
The Reagans, sentimental to a falt—though also with an eye to American public opinion—were delighted to be royal guests.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
-
So, if the economy stinks, why is the stock market so delighted?—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
-
The furniture, objects, and art left me feeling culturally satisfied and inspired to finally finish furnishing my apartment.—
Libby Page,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
-
Yes, there’s the business case that satisfied workers perform better.—
Janine MacLachlan,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The ridiculously nourishing formula leaves you glistening but never greasy, with the coconut, açai, and brazil nut oils restoring suppleness to a level that pleased our testers as much as its tropical, coconutty scent and mess-free pump.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
-
They’d been pleased by the fight.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Reheat at 375°F until warmed and re-crisped, about 10 to 12 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
-
The North Pacific warmed at the fastest rate of any ocean basin on Earth during the past decade, according to Michael McPhaden, a senior scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
-
Based on her history of heterosexual extremity, I was concerned, but glad to be proven wrong.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
18 Sep. 2025
-
And Howard will be glad to get a taste of that KC barbecue, too.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
-
And his wife is not happy about it.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
-
According to the survey, 94% of expats are happy with their life abroad and found that Panama is the place to be for retirees.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The actor then humored the crowd with an impression of the old Hollywood mogul recounting his pursuits of a beautiful woman in the Paramount commissary.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
-
Colum scoffs at her offer, claiming that their father only humored Ellen.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Hilton, meanwhile, was thrilled that several of his former FIU teammates turned out for his Hall of Fame induction ceremony, including quarterback Paul McCall; running back Darian Mallary; and wide receivers Wayne Times and Jason Frierson.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
15 Sep. 2025
-
Jayson is not entirely thrilled that two of his operatives are dead and their child, Sam, is missing.—
Grace Byron,
Vulture,
15 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Gratified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratified. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share