Gratify
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Positive Feeling
Use 'gratify' when someone's happy because of what you've done. Your praise really gratified her.
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Achievement Reaction
It's often used when someone feels rewarded after an achievement. Winning the award gratified the entire team.
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Emotional Depth
Gratify can imply deep, heartfelt satisfaction, not just casual happiness. Seeing her project succeed gratified her deeply.