gratitude

noun

ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd How to pronounce gratitude (audio)
Definition of gratitudenext
as in appreciation
acknowledgment of having received something good from another accept these flowers as a token of my gratitude

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Recent Examples of gratitude Over the course of his presidency, in fact, Lincoln would call for nine such days of gratitude. — Michele Metych Britannica Editors Sep. 30, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Sep. 2026 The 31-year-old took to X to share the news with her legion of Hotties, expressing her gratitude and excitement for the opportunity. — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 29 Sep. 2026 Swift ascended the stage in her dazzling Tamara Ralph fall/winter 2026 couture gown to give her remarks and express gratitude for the trailblazer who came before her. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026 After, the Girl Meets World star shared her gratitude for Madonna on Instagram. — Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gratitude
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratitude
  1. appreciation
  2. thankfulness
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  • Both father and son expressed an appreciation for Korean cinema.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Growing up down south forever shapes your language, work ethic, appreciation for how hard life can be and so much more.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of appreciation
Noun
  • For many Indigenous North American peoples, the Strawberry Moon is culturally significant as a time of love, abundance, and thankfulness for the harvest.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
  • Something resembling thankfulness in the silence.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of thankfulness

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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratitude. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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