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gratification vs gratitude
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| gratificationnoun/ˌɡræt.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/ | Meaning pleasure or satisfaction, especially when you get something you want | Goes with instant gratification | Example Social media offers instant gratification, which makes it hard to put down. |
| gratitudenoun/ˈɡræt.ə.tuːd/ | Meaning the feeling of being thankful for something someone has done or given | Goes with express gratitude | Example We sent the doctors a basket of fruit to show our gratitude. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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