gratitude

noun

grat·​i·​tude ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd 

-ˌtyüd

: the state of being grateful : thankfulness

expressed gratitude for their support

Synonyms of gratitude

• appreciation
• thanks
• appreciativeness
• thankfulness

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Student leaders organize each meeting, centering it around a monthly theme, such as healthy relationships, drug use or gratitude. —Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 14 Dec. 2025

Praise and gratitude poured in for Ahmed on social media as the footage of his takedown spread. —Anders Hagstrom , Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025

But when his guardian angel, Clarence (Henry Travers), appears on Earth to help him, George is shown an alternate world sans his existence — offering him a new gratitude for life, burdens and all. —Gwen Ihnat, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Dec. 2025

To get past these challenging emotions, use your nostalgia and aim for gratitude and optimism. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 12 Dec. 2025

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

Phrases Containing gratitude

• debt of gratitude
• owe a debt of gratitude/thanks to
• owe them a debt of gratitude

Rhymes for gratitude

• altitude
• amplitude
• aptitude
• attitude
• barbecued
• certitude
• desuetude
• devalued
• finitude
• fortitude
• interlude
• interviewed

Kids Definition

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