gratifying

• Описывает то, что приносит удовольствие или удовлетворение, особенно после усилий или ожидания.

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.

   Приносящий удовлетворение

   • 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.

   Synonymsagreeabledelightfulfulfillingpleasingpleasurablerewardingsatisfyingwelcome

   Antonymsdispleasingfrustratingunpleasantunsatisfying

2. Affording satisfaction or pleasureB2formal

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

   Приносящий удовлетворение

   • 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.

   Synonymsagreeabledelightfulenjoyablefulfillingpleasingrewardingsatisfyingwelcome

   Antonymsdisappointingfrustratingunsatisfying

• Глагол, означающий доставлять удовольствие или удовлетворение кому-либо, или удовлетворять желание или потребность.

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.

   Доставлять удовольствие

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

   Synonymsdelightfulfillgladdenindulgepleasesatisfy

   Antonymsannoydispleasedissatisfyfrustrateirritateoffendvex

2. Indulge or satisfy a desireB2formal

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

   Удовлетворить желание

   • 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.

   Synonymsappeasefulfillhumorindulgepleasesatisfy

   Antonymscurbdenydisappointdissatisfyfrustraterefuserestrainthwartwithhold