gratifying
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for gratifying, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Giving a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use gratifying
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a gratifying result
deeply gratifying
Frequently asked questions
What does “gratifying” mean?
The word “gratifying” means giving a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction. In plain terms, something that makes you feel satisfied or pleased.
How do you pronounce “gratifying”?
“Gratifying” is pronounced GRA-tih-feye-ihng (/ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gratifying” in a sentence?
Here is “gratifying” used in a sentence: “It was gratifying to see the project finally come together.”
What part of speech is “gratifying”?
“Gratifying” is an adjective.
