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as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a spectacular film that is gratifying to both the mind and the eyes
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as in comforting
making one feel good inside
your warm welcome sure is gratifying to this tired soul
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as in pleasing
to give in to (a desire)
just gratify this one whim of mine
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as in satisfying
to give satisfaction to
your presence at the holiday table would really gratify your grandmother
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Recent Examples of gratifying
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
To see 28 years later, that this character has become so beloved and has resonated with so many of you is so gratifying.
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Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
8 May 2026
Tris Wykes,
Twin Cities,
11 June 2026
The work largely expresses that same message, repeatedly, though Plensa does have a graceful way of stating the obvious in his three-dimensional objects — and that makes many of the pieces gratifying to gaze upon.
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Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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Adjective
Exciting, gratifying, intimate, and also—unsettling.
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Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
To see 28 years later, that this character has become so beloved and has resonated with so many of you is so gratifying.
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Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
8 May 2026
Verb
The program’s first state title would be a gratifying reward for a long climb through Stillwater’s lacrosse ranks.
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Tris Wykes,
Twin Cities,
11 June 2026
The work largely expresses that same message, repeatedly, though Plensa does have a graceful way of stating the obvious in his three-dimensional objects — and that makes many of the pieces gratifying to gaze upon.
—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratifying
Adjective
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More of us are rediscovering the appeal of doing things the harder (though usually more enjoyable) way.
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Choosing snacks that are both healthy and appealing to kids can make snack time easier and more enjoyable.
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Sora is all about cooking to preserve memories, especially those of his late mother, believing food should be both comforting and refined.
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One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
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Oviedo residents turned out by the hundreds for the sunny afternoon of crowd-pleasing contests and down-home edibles at tiny booths lining a grassy lot next to the Meat World parking lot.
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Grossing more than $217 million worldwide against a $30 million budget, the Wayans’ sequel delivered the exact kind of crowd-pleasing victory lap many fans hoped for.
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Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar pairs rich dark chocolate with crunchy roasted almonds for a simple yet satisfying sweet treat.
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For the fiscal year that started Wednesday, the city of Sacramento is spending about $40 million on homelessness, which includes $30 million from the city’s general fund, satisfying the local match requirement, McCarty said.
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Despite the minimalism and lack of physical controls, the EX30 interior isn’t a bad place to be—Volvo’s interior designers tend to understand the assignment well, and the textures and materials are pleasant to the touch.
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This was a pleasant surprise given the significant worldwide controversy surrounding Huawei’s dominance in constructing 4G infrastructure.
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That means encouraging activities that benefit from proximity, such as planning meetings, architecture discussions, design reviews and complex problem-solving.
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Some encouraging signals suggest the will to close the funding gap may exist.
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Kanaal is king for indulging elevenses hunger pangs, providing cakes, cookies, tea, coffee, and made-to-order traditional Dutch sweets including stroopwafles and puffertjes.
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In addition to streamlining operations and closing underperforming restaurants, Adamolekun and Red Lobster are engaging with customers and indulging their nostalgia.
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The Dutch were the neutral’s favourites throughout World Cup 1974, their Total Football taking the game to a new level, and delighting supporters with their fluidity, high defensive line and commitment to keep on attacking.
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The last two songs ended in all-out thrash conflagrations, delighting the slam-dancers at the center of the floor.
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“Gratifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratifying. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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