gratifying

• Beschreibt etwas, das Freude oder Zufriedenheit bereitet, besonders nach Anstrengung oder Erwartung; auch etwas, das Befriedigung oder Genugtuung verschafft.

Describes something that gives pleasure or satisfaction, especially after effort or waiting.

1. Pleasing to the mind or feelingsB2formal

   Causing a sense of emotional satisfaction or contentment.

   Erfreulich

   • It was gratifying to see her hard work finally recognized.
   • The teacher found it gratifying that all her students passed the exam.
   • His kind words were deeply gratifying to the team.

   Synonymeagreeabledelightfulfulfillingpleasingpleasurablerewardingsatisfyingwelcome

   Antonymedispleasingfrustratingunpleasantunsatisfying

2. Affording satisfaction or pleasureB2formal

   Providing a feeling of fulfillment or reward, often from effort or achievement.

   Erfüllung verschaffend

   • Completing the marathon was a gratifying experience.
   • The project's success was gratifying for everyone involved.
   • Helping others can be one of the most gratifying activities.

   Synonymeagreeabledelightfulenjoyablefulfillingpleasingrewardingsatisfyingwelcome

   Antonymedisappointingfrustratingunsatisfying

• Verb, das bedeutet, jemandem Freude oder Befriedigung zu bereiten oder ein Verlangen, einen Wunsch zu erfüllen.

A verb meaning to give pleasure or satisfaction to someone, or to fulfill a desire or need.

1. Give pleasure or satisfactionB2formal

   To give someone pleasure or satisfaction, often by fulfilling a desire or need.

   Vergnügen bereiten

   • The good news gratified her immensely.
   • He was gratified by the warm reception he received.
   • It gratifies me to see my students succeed.

   Synonymedelightfulfillgladdenindulgepleasesatisfy

   Antonymeannoydispleasedissatisfyfrustrateirritateoffendvex

2. Indulge or satisfy a desireB2formal

   To satisfy a desire, whim, or appetite, often in a self-indulgent way.

   Ein Verlangen befriedigen

   • She gratified her curiosity by reading the secret letter.
   • He gratified his hunger with a large meal.
   • They gratified their thirst for adventure by traveling the world.

   Synonymeappeasefulfillhumorindulgepleasesatisfy

   Antonymecurbdenydisappointdissatisfyfrustraterefuserestrainthwartwithhold