ungratifying

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Adjective ungratifying has 1 sense

thankless, unappreciated, ungratifying - not likely to be rewarded; "grading papers is a thankless task"
Antonym: rewarding (indirect, via unrewarding)

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Term: ungratifying

Part of Speech: adjective

Sense 1: causing dissatisfaction or discontent

Sample Sentence: The ending of the movie was ungratifying, leaving the audience disappointed and wanting more.

Sense 2: not providing pleasure or fulfillment

Sample Sentence: The ungratifying job she had was monotonous and offered no sense of accomplishment.

Sense 3: not satisfying or meeting expectations

Sample Sentence: The service at the restaurant was ungratifying; the food was cold and the staff was rude.

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