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gratify

[ˈɡrætɪfaɪ]

gratify Definition

  • 1to please or satisfy someone by giving them what they want
  • 2to give pleasure or satisfaction to someone

Using gratify: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gratify" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The chef was gratified by the diners' compliments on his cooking.

  • Example

    I was gratified to see my hard work pay off with a promotion.

  • Example

    The teacher was gratified by her students' progress.

gratify Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with gratify

  • to fulfill a strong feeling of wanting or wishing for something

    Example

    He gratified his desire for adventure by traveling to exotic places.

  • to satisfy a strong impulse or inclination

    Example

    She gratified her urge to dance by taking up salsa lessons.

  • gratify one's ego

    to boost one's self-esteem or sense of importance

    Example

    He gratified his ego by buying an expensive sports car.

Origins of gratify

from Latin 'gratificare', meaning 'to do favor to, oblige, gratify'

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Summary: gratify in Brief

The verb 'gratify' [ˈɡrætɪfaɪ] means to please or satisfy someone by giving them what they want. It can also refer to giving pleasure or satisfaction to someone. Examples include 'The chef was gratified by the diners' compliments on his cooking.' and 'I was gratified to see my hard work pay off with a promotion.' Phrases like 'gratify a desire' and 'gratify an urge' denote fulfilling strong feelings or impulses, while 'gratify one's ego' refers to boosting one's self-esteem.