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

When told about the effort, Brown became emotional, pausing before expressing his gratitude. —Abby Dodge, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026

Gertie’s broken tail was a desperate and heartbreaking sign of her relief and gratitude, the news release stated. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026

Both organizations expressed their gratitude toward one another for the partnership while the board’s resources and ability to self-govern matured, and both remain committed to the Harambee neighborhood. —Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 26 Mar. 2026

Miley Cyrus has long credited her dad with helping her navigate teenage stardom and looking out for her, and expressed gratitude that her family didn’t put pressure on her financially. —Rachel Hale, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026

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