" gratifyingly "

1: in a pleasing way;

  * e.g., " ... the popular television series' gratifyingly conclusive finale "

•  Synonyms : 

•  agreeably,

•  charmingly,

•  delectably,

•  deliciously,

•  delightfully,

•  dreamily,

•  enchantingly,

•  enjoyably,

•  favorably,

•  felicitously,

•  fetchingly,

•  gloriously,

•  great,

•  nicely,

•  palatably,

•  pleasantly,

•  pleasingly,

•  pleasurably,

•  prettily,

•  satisfyingly,

•  splendidly,

•  sweetly,

•  swimmingly,

•  welcomely,

•  well,

•  winningly

•  Antonyms : 

•  badly,

•  disagreeably,

•  ill,

•  unpleasantly

1: giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses;

  * e.g., " ... a spectacular film that is gratifying to both the mind and the eyes "

•  Synonyms : 

•  agreeable,

•  blessed,

•  congenial,

•  darling,

•  delectable,

•  delicious,

•  delightful,

•  delightsome,

•  dreamy,

•  dulcet,

•  enjoyable,

•  felicitous,

•  good,

•  grateful,

•  heavenly,

•  jolly,

•  luscious,

•  nice,

•  palatable,

•  pleasant,

•  pleasing,

•  pleasurable,

•  pretty,

•  satisfying,

•  savory,

•  sweet,

•  tasty,

•  welcome

•  Antonyms : 

•  disagreeable,

•  pleasureless,

•  unpalatable,

•  unpleasant,

•  unwelcome

2: making one feel good inside;

  * e.g., " ... your warm welcome sure is gratifying to this tired soul "

•  Synonyms : 

•  cheering,

•  comforting,

•  encouraging,

•  fulfilling,

•  gladdening,

•  heartening,

•  heartwarming,

•  rewarding,

•  satisfying

•  Antonyms : 

•  demoralizing,

•  depressing,

•  discouraging,

•  disheartening,

•  dispiriting