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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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 May 2026
At Whittier City Hall, veterans, residents and leaders came together for reflection and gratitude.
—Daily News, 25 May 2026
The relief at Spurs, the despair at West Ham, the heartfelt gratitude at Anfield and the Emirates.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Mamdani also expressed his gratitude to every first responder who rushed to the scene in the press conference.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
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 1 Jun. 2026.
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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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