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gratificazione

gratification

noun grah-tee-fee-kah-TSYOH-neh Rare
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Origin: From Latin gratificatio, from gratificari, 'to do a favour'.

Also means

reward

Usage Note

Gratificazione is feminine (una profonda gratificazione). It refers to psychological fulfilment or a tangible reward (bonus, prize). Gratificazione immediata (instant gratification) is a common phrase in Italian psychology and pop-psychology writing. The plural is gratificazioni.

Examples

"Il suo lavoro le dà molta gratificazione."

Natural Translation

Her work gives her a lot of gratification.

Literal Translation

Her work to-her gives much gratification.

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