gratifying

[ grat-uh-fahy-ing ]

adjective

1. tending to gratify; giving or causing satisfaction; pleasing.

Other Words From

• grati·fying·ly adverb
• non·grati·fying adjective
• non·grati·fying·ly adverb
• un·grati·fying adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of gratifying¹

First recorded in 1605–15; gratify + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Marty Waldman, 96, has been training at Myogenics for about six years, which has been “very gratifying but also exhausting” as a nonagenarian, he says.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, he said on “Twenty Thousand Hertz,” being the voice of AOL was immensely gratifying, as was being recognized for it over the years.

From Los Angeles Times

It can clearly be gratifying for a successful earner to achieve economic security, knowing or believing that it was the result of their ambition and work ethic.

From Salon

It won’t sell anything, but at least it’ll be a really gratifying musical experience.

From Los Angeles Times

Most gratifying, because COVID-19 emptied the stadiums in 2020, this is the Dodgers’ first title run in front of their home fans since that Orel Hershiser-led group of 36 years ago, which means they also will be holding their first parade since then.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• delightful
• enjoyable
• pleasant
• pleasing