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gratitude

/ˈɡɹætɪt(j)ud/noun

A feeling of thankfulness toward someone for their kindness or help.

Example sentences

  • “She sent flowers to express her gratitude to the nurses.”
  • “The town held a dinner to show its gratitude to the firefighters.”

Common patterns: express gratitude, owe a debt of gratitude, 'in gratitude for'. Its formal opposite, 'ingratitude', is stronger than merely forgetting to say thanks.

emotions

Featured as word of the day on June 5, 2026.

Synonyms for gratitude

  • thankfulness
  • appreciation
  • gratefulness
  • thanks

Antonyms

  • ingratitude

Find it in: Positive words.

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