What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gratify
Example
Winning the championship gratified all of our hard work. [gratified: past tense]
Example
The chef was gratified to see the customers enjoying his new dish. [gratify: verb]
satisfy
Example
Eating a good meal always satisfies my hunger. [satisfies: present tense]
Example
The company policy satisfied all of the legal requirements. [satisfied: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Satisfy is more commonly used than gratify in everyday language, and it is more versatile and covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gratify and satisfy?
Gratify is more formal than satisfy, and it is often used in more literary or academic contexts.
