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Exam: IELTS

gratification

IPA: /ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /grætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The feeling of pleasure or satisfaction that comes from achieving something or having a desire fulfilled.

Example: She felt a sense of gratification after completing her project successfully.

gratify

IPA: /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/

KK: /ˈgrætəˌfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To give someone what they want or desire, making them happy or satisfied.

Example: The surprise party was meant to gratify her love for celebrations.

gratifying

IPA: /ˈɡrætɪfaɪɪŋ/

KK: /ˈgrætɪˌfaɪɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Providing a sense of pleasure or satisfaction.

Example: Helping others can be a gratifying experience.

verb

Definition: To give someone pleasure or satisfaction.

Example: Helping others can be a gratifying experience.

gratifyingly

IPA: /ˈɡrætɪfaɪɪŋli/

KK: /grætɪfaɪɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that brings pleasure or satisfaction.

Example: She smiled gratifyingly when she received the good news.

grating

IPA: /ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A structure made of bars or lines that is used to cover an opening or to create a pattern, often found in windows or doors.

Example: The old wooden grating in the window added a rustic charm to the house.

gratingly

IPA: /ˈɡreɪtɪŋli/

KK: /ˈɡreɪtɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is harsh or irritating to the senses.

Example: The music played gratingly, making it hard to concentrate.

gratis

IPA: /ˈɡrætɪs/

KK: /ˈɡrætɪs/

adjective

Definition: Provided without payment; free of charge.

Example: The museum offers gratis admission on Sundays.

adverb

Definition: Without any cost or payment; free of charge.

Example: The museum offers admission gratis on Sundays.

gratitude

IPA: /ˈɡrætɪtjuːd/

KK: /ˈgrætɪˌtud/

noun

Definition: The feeling of being thankful and appreciative for something someone has done.

Example: She expressed her gratitude for the help she received during her difficult time.

gratuitous

IPA: /ɡrəˈtuːɪtəs/

KK: /grəˈtuːɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: Something that is given or done without any payment or reason; often unnecessary or unwarranted.

Example: The movie was criticized for its gratuitous violence.

gratuitously

IPA: /ɡrəˈtuːɪtəsli/

KK: /grəˈtuːɪtəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is given or done without any payment or reason; freely and without justification.

Example: He gratuitously offered his help, even though it wasn't needed.

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