gratitude
noun
grat·i·tude
ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd 
-ˌtyüd
: the state of being grateful : thankfulness
expressed gratitude for their support
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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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The photographer, also a student, shared her gratitude as well.
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Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2024
Thanking the current host and crew, the executives concluded their farewell with a message of gratitude to viewers, guests and former hosts.
—Brendan Le, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
The tip was among among the scenes and moments that played out at Sunday’s induction ceremony at Union Station, and kept with the day’s theme of sharing gratitude to those who helped shape the career of the inductees.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 19 May 2024
That song, and the 20 others Nelson touched on Saturday, were received with an immense level of gratitude fitting for a goodbye.
—Piet Levy, Journal Sentinel, 19 May 2024
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Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2024
Thanking the current host and crew, the executives concluded their farewell with a message of gratitude to viewers, guests and former hosts.
—Brendan Le, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
The tip was among among the scenes and moments that played out at Sunday’s induction ceremony at Union Station, and kept with the day’s theme of sharing gratitude to those who helped shape the career of the inductees.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 19 May 2024
That song, and the 20 others Nelson touched on Saturday, were received with an immense level of gratitude fitting for a goodbye.
—Piet Levy, Journal Sentinel, 19 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for gratitude
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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gratitude. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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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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