| 释义 |
grat·i·fy
\ˈgrad.əˌfī, -atə-\ transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-es)
Etymology: Middle French gratifier, from Latin gratificari, from gratus pleasing, grateful + -ificari -ify — more at grace
1.
a. obsolete : to show gratitude to (a person) or for (as a service) : requite
b. archaic : remunerate, fee
2. : to give or be a source of pleasure or satisfaction to
< beauty gratifies the eye >
as
a. : to confer a favor on : oblige
< the rulers gratified the people with subsidies and circuses >
b. : to give rein to : indulge
< determined to gratify his whim >
3. obsolete
a. : to receive or greet with pleasure : welcome
b. : grace, adorn
Synonyms: see please |