| Flashcards: Latin Derivatives |
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gratify
1) to give pleasure to; 2) to satisfy
Although an occasional show of anger can work wonders among benevolent people, you only gratify a scoundrel by becoming visibly angry at him.
Related English words: gratifiable, gratification (a gratifying or being gratified), gratifier
Latin root words: gratificor,
gratificari, gratificatus sum - to do a favor for; gratificatio,
gratificationis, f. - showing kindness; gratus, grata, gratum -
pleasing, welcome; grateful |