self-gratification
|self-grat-i-fi-ca-tion|
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/ˌsɛlfˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
satisfying oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-gratification' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'gratification', where 'gratification' comes from Latin 'gratificatio', meaning 'a pleasing or satisfying'.
Historical Evolution
'gratificatio' transformed into the French word 'gratification', and eventually became the modern English word 'gratification'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a pleasing or satisfying', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'satisfying one's own desires'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of satisfying one's own desires, needs, or appetites.
He indulged in self-gratification by buying himself a new car.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41