World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesBefriedigung
Pronunciation / Transliteration: be-fri-di-gung
"Er fühlte eine tiefe Befriedigung, nachdem er sein Projekt erfolgreich abgeschlossen hatte."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The state of being gratified; satisfaction or pleasure derived from something.
"She felt a deep sense of gratification after completing her project successfully." - 2
The act of gratifying or satisfying a desire or need.
"His immediate gratification of his cravings led to unhealthy eating habits."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'gratification' originates from the Latin 'gratificatio', which means 'to please or give thanks'. It evolved through Middle French before entering English in the late 14th century, reflecting a shift from a sense of favor or kindness to the modern understanding of satisfaction or pleasure derived from fulfilling desires.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Gratification"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Gratification" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Gratification
Transliteration: gra-ti-fi-ka-syon
"Elle a ressenti une profonde gratification après avoir terminé son projet."
Befriedigung
Transliteration: be-fri-di-gung
"Er fühlte eine tiefe Befriedigung, nachdem er sein Projekt erfolgreich abgeschlossen hatte."
Gratificazione
Transliteration: gra-ti-fi-ka-tsjo-ne
"Ha provato una profonda gratificazione dopo aver completato il suo progetto."
Gratificación
Transliteration: gra-ti-fi-ka-syon
"Sintió una profunda gratificación después de completar su proyecto."
Gratificação
Transliteration: gra-ti-fi-ka-sao
"Ela sentiu uma profunda gratificação após concluir seu projeto."
संतोष
Transliteration: santoṣ
"उसने अपने प्रोजेक्ट को सफलतापूर्वक पूरा करने के बाद गहरी संतोष की भावना महसूस की।"
满足
Transliteration: mǎnzú
"她在成功完成项目后感到深深的满足。"
만족
Transliteration: manjok
"그녀는 프로젝트를 성공적으로 완료한 후 깊은 만족감을 느꼈습니다."
満足
Transliteration: manzoku
"彼女はプロジェクトを成功裏に終えた後、深い満足感を感じました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all German termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Gratification"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.