No. 7,358 in German
genugtuung
Satisfaction or gratification, often from justice or vindication.
In a sentence
Die Anerkennung seiner Mühe brachte ihm große Genugtuung.
The recognition of his effort brought him great satisfaction.
Here, 'Genugtuung' is used to express a feeling of contentment and gratification stemming from an acknowledgment or achievement.
Sie empfand eine gewisse Genugtuung, als sie den Wettbewerb gewann.
She felt a certain satisfaction when she won the competition.
In this sentence, 'Genugtuung' reflects the sense of personal fulfillment experienced due to an accomplishment.
Nach der Entschuldigung verspürte er eine leichte Genugtuung.
He felt a slight satisfaction after the apology.
The term 'Genugtuung' is employed here to denote a feeling of relief or contentment following a reconciling or gratifying event.
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