gratitude
noun
grat·i·tude
ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd 
-ˌtyüd
: the state of being grateful : thankfulness
expressed gratitude for their support
Examples of gratitude in a Sentence
Let me express my sincere gratitude for all your help.
We remember with gratitude those who died defending our country.
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Melina Khan, USA Today, 24 May 2025
The Colorado product expressed gratitude for the contract with Cleveland.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Behavioral science shows that feelings of gratitude, recognition, and surprise build stronger memory structures than rational incentives.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Sarah Michelle Gellar is expressing her gratitude for her support system.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 21 May 2025
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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gratitude. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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gratitude
noun
grat·i·tude
ˈgrat-ə-ˌt(y)üd
: the state of being grateful
Etymology
Middle English gratitude "gratitude," derived from Latin gratitudo (same meaning), from gratus "thankful" — related to congratulate, grace
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