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permanent gratification

[/ˈpɜːrmənənt ɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: gratificações permanentes
gratificação permanente
1. A state of continuous satisfaction or pleasure derived from long-lasting sources; sustained contentment achieved through enduring rewards rather than fleeting pleasures
The artist found permanent gratification in creating meaningful works of art that would outlast her lifetime.
A artista encontrou gratificação permanente em criar obras de arte significativas que durariam além de sua vida.
2. In psychology, sustained fulfillment derived from meaningful achievements, relationships, or personal growth rather than immediate rewards
Unlike temporary pleasure, permanent gratification comes from pursuing long-term goals and building deep relationships.
Diferentemente do prazer temporário, a gratificação permanente vem de perseguir objetivos de longo prazo e construir relacionamentos profundos.
Synonyms
lasting satisfactionenduring fulfillmentsustained contentmentlong-term satisfactiongratificação duradourasatisfação permanente
Antonyms
instant gratificationfleeting pleasuretemporary satisfactiongratificação instantâneaprazer efêmero

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gratificação permanente
Standard usage in business and psychology contexts
Rio de Janeiro
satisfação duradoura
Alternative phrasing commonly used in colloquial speech
São Paulo
gratificação permanente
Corporate and academic terminology preferred
Portugal
gratificação permanente/satisfação contínua
Both terms accepted; academic contexts favor 'gratificação permanente'

Related Idioms & Phrases

delayed gratification
in it for the long haul
playing the long game
reaping what you sow
investir no futuro
colher os frutos do trabalho
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