gratify
verb (used with object)
to give pleasure to (a person or persons) by satisfying desires or humoring inclinations or feelings.
was gratifying
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past progressiveof gratify.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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The weather was gorgeous and the warmth of their friend’s large family was gratifying.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 30, 2026
Sir Karl, who was born and raised in Penclawdd, Swansea, said it was "gratifying" to be the first living composer to take the top spot.
From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2026
So, yeah, it was gratifying having done it now and proven to myself.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 22, 2025
Portland police Chief Bob Day said that while the announcement of the indictment was gratifying, it remained “a very somber day” for the families who have lost their loved ones.
From Seattle Times ● May 18, 2024
For Smith, the trip to Maryland was gratifying.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
