gratifying

• Qualifie ce qui procure du plaisir ou de la satisfaction, en particulier après un effort ou une attente.

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.

   satisfaisant

   • 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.

   Synonymesagreeabledelightfulfulfillingpleasingpleasurablerewardingsatisfyingwelcome

   Antonymesdispleasingfrustratingunpleasantunsatisfying

2. Affording satisfaction or pleasureB2formal

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

   satisfaisant

   • 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.

   Synonymesagreeabledelightfulenjoyablefulfillingpleasingrewardingsatisfyingwelcome

   Antonymesdisappointingfrustratingunsatisfying

• Verbe signifiant procurer du plaisir ou de la satisfaction à quelqu'un, ou satisfaire un désir ou un besoin.

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.

   Combler de plaisir ou de satisfaction

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

   Synonymesdelightfulfillgladdenindulgepleasesatisfy

   Antonymesannoydispleasedissatisfyfrustrateirritateoffendvex

2. Indulge or satisfy a desireB2formal

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

   Satisfaire un désir

   • 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.

   Synonymesappeasefulfillhumorindulgepleasesatisfy

   Antonymescurbdenydisappointdissatisfyfrustraterefuserestrainthwartwithhold