Gratification

/ˌɡræt.ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ noun

The pleasure or satisfaction you feel when something you wanted finally happens or is given to you.

From Latin 'gratificari' (to do a favor), combining 'gratus' (pleasing) and 'facere' (to make), evolved to mean the emotional reward itself.

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