gratified
/ˈɡrætɪfaɪd/ adjective C2- Pleased, satisfied, or gladdened, especially by the fulfillment of a certain desire or wish. · The twins were thoroughly gratified after they received a tandem bicycle on their birthday.
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Matthew was in the seventh heaven of gratified pride over the honor conferred on his Anne and Marilla was not far behind, although she would have died rather than admit it, and said she didn’t think it was very proper for a lot of young folks to be gadding over to the hotel without any responsible person with them.
Jane was as much gratified by this as her mother could be, though in a quieter way.
“I am exceedingly gratified,” said Bingley, “by your converting what my friend says into a compliment on the sweetness of my temper.
Collins on his return highly gratified Mrs.
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