Gratify
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Gratify is a verb meaning (transitive) To please.
Meaning
(transitive) To please.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To make content; to satisfy.
Example Sentences
gratify the voters
gratify the critics
Word Forms
- gratifies
- gratifying
- gratified
Synonyms for gratify
Depending on context, synonyms include happify, gladden, beatify, enrapture, begladden, blissen.
Antonyms for gratify
Common opposites include anger, disquiet, fluster, discontent, dissatisfy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include indulge, satisfy, pander, elate, malignity, feast.
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