gratification
noun [ U ] uk/ˌɡræt.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌɡræt̬.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
满足,满意;使人满足的东西(或原因)
pleasure or satisfaction, or something which provides this
sexual gratification 性满足
Some people expect instant gratification (= to get what they want immediately). 有些人希望立即得到他们想要的东西。
See: gratify
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- Sales of chocolate-covered snacks are up as people seek immediate gratification.
- The children who were best at delaying gratification had better academic and social skills.
- Our culture is geared towards short-term gratification.