gratification

• Zustand der Befriedigung, des Vergnügens oder der Belohnung, oft als Reaktion auf die Erfüllung eines Wunsches, eines Bedürfnisses oder das Erreichen eines Ziels.

A noun referring to the state of being pleased, satisfied, or rewarded, often in response to a desire, need, or achievement.

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1. Pleasure or satisfactionB2formal

   The state of being pleased or satisfied, often from achieving something desired.

   Befriedigung

   • He felt a deep sense of gratification after completing the marathon.
   • The gratification of seeing her students succeed was immense.
   • Instant gratification is not always the healthiest goal.

   Synonymecontentmentdelightenjoymentfulfillmenthappinessjoypleasuresatisfactionthrill

   Antonymedisappointmentdiscontentdispleasuredissatisfactionfrustration

2. Reward or compensationC1formal

   Something that gives pleasure or satisfaction, often as a reward.

   Belohnung

   • The bonus was a small gratification for their hard work.
   • She received a monetary gratification for her contribution.
   • Public recognition served as a powerful gratification for the team.

   Synonymecompensationpaymentpayoffrecompenseremunerationrequitalreturnreward

   Antonymedeprivationlosspenaltypunishment