Definition

In a way that brings pleasure or satisfaction.

Example

She smiled gratifyingly when she received the good news.

Conversation

Did you feel gratifyingly accomplished after finishing that project?

Absolutely! It was a lot of hard work, but it paid off in the end.

I like when my efforts feel gratifyingly rewarding like that.

Yeah, it makes you want to take on even more challenges!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gratifyingly → It is formed from "gratify" (from Latin *gratificare*, meaning to please or give pleasure) and the suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner that). The word "gratifyingly" means in a manner that gives pleasure or satisfaction.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'gratify' which means to please, and remember that 'gratifyingly' describes doing something in a way that brings pleasure.

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