gratitude

noun

grat·​i·​tude ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd How to pronounce gratitude (audio)
-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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Jennifer Lopez is just trying to express gratitude. Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 9 Apr. 2025 Practicing mindfulness and gratitude, connecting with others in your social circle and community, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and finding healthy outlets for managing stress can help improve your emotional wellness. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 9 Apr. 2025 In its most recent update announcing that Wolfe was found safe, the sheriff’s office also expressed gratitude to the public. David Chiu, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025 Post-match, a tearful Tomkins expressed his gratitude to the club and the supporters. Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gratitude

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Medieval Latin; Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin gratitudo, from Latin gratus grateful

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gratitude was in 1565

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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gratitude. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

gratitude

noun
grat·​i·​tude ˈgrat-ə-ˌt(y)üd How to pronounce gratitude (audio)
: 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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