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gratifying Meaning & Definition

/ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/

What Does Gratifying Mean?

Gratifying is a verb that means present participle and gerund of gratify. As an adjective, it means Pleasing, satisfying.

Quick Facts About Gratifying

Part of speechverb, adjective
Pronunciation/ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/
Syllables2
Synonymssweet, proud and pleasant
Antonymsanger, disquiet and fluster
Comparative / superlativemore gratifying, most gratifying

Gratifying Definition (Verb)

  1. present participle and gerund of gratify

Gratifying as an Adjective

  1. Pleasing, satisfying.

Verb

  1. To please.
  2. To make content; to satisfy.

Synonyms of Gratifying

Gratifying synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Gratifying

Word Forms & Grammar

gratifying

gratifying (comparative more gratifying, superlative most gratifying)

Words That Rhyme With Gratifying

How Do You Say Gratifying?

The standard pronunciation of gratifying is /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɡrætɪfaɪ).

Frequently Asked Questions About Gratifying

Is gratifying a verb or an adjective?

Gratifying is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.

What is another word for gratifying?

Words with a similar meaning to gratifying include sweet, proud and pleasant. See the full list of gratifying synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of gratifying?

Antonyms of gratifying include anger, disquiet and fluster.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of gratifying?

The comparative form is more gratifying and the superlative form is most gratifying.

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