1
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was grateful for her neighbor's help after she broke her foot
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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
I'm glad for the grateful warmth of the fire on such a cold day
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grateful people
gracious people
appreciative people
generous-hearted people
generous-minded people
charitable people
grateful thanks
a grateful heart
grateful tears
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Recent Examples of grateful
We’re taught to be nurturing, grateful, and modest about success, but not how to get rich.
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Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
These early crowds have become a common sight at the bakery, says its grateful owner Vanessa Corrales, who established the storefront last fall after a series of local pop-ups.
—Candice Woo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2025
Director Shu Qi is grateful that the team appreciates the film.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 23 July 2025
Warner was grateful that The Cosby Show was filmed in New York, not Los Angeles.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 22 July 2025
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Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
These early crowds have become a common sight at the bakery, says its grateful owner Vanessa Corrales, who established the storefront last fall after a series of local pop-ups.
—Candice Woo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2025
Director Shu Qi is grateful that the team appreciates the film.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 23 July 2025
Warner was grateful that The Cosby Show was filmed in New York, not Los Angeles.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grateful
Adjective
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Trang returned to the water, exhausted but thankful.—
Will Ripley,
CNN Money,
31 July 2025
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Diaz currently works in maintenance for an apartment complex – and continues to be thankful for what this country offers.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Like, so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Like so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The organization has certainly been appreciative of his respectful approach.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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On July 25, the comics also performed at a showcase event to a packed and appreciative audience.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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And the vistas of sea and cityscape are as delicious as the food.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Poaching an egg is one of the healthiest ways to cook an egg, not to mention one of the most delicious.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Farm-fresh eggs are offered for not-really-Vegans, and the deep bowls of hearty homemade Ranch granola with oat milk and blueberries are delightful.—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Even so, the delightful news is that plenty of Costa Rica remains wild.—
Mona Gable,
AFAR Media,
4 Aug. 2025
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And, the embroidery on the pillowcases adds a nice touch.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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The units also vary in shape: the cube is nice for nightstands, while the wider grand size works well on large dressers.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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Additionally, concrete probably feels nice for felines, with its rough but not harsh surface that appears to provide a pleasing tactile experience for cats looking to get a quick scratch in.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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The pleasing back-to-basics feel in The Fantastic Four: First Steps suggests Marvel has learned valuable lessons from its recent box office underperformers.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Co-created by sitcom king Chuck Lorre with Morgan and Susan McMartin, the sitcom veers more sweet than bitter, more fizzy than heavy, more focused on the comedic possibilities of Leanne’s wide-open future than the poignant memories of her past.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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This cute figurine comes in three different styles: one sweet ceramic ghost holding a bat, another ghost holding a pink pumpkin, and the third, in a witch's hat, walking a ghostly dog on a leash.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 July 2025
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“Grateful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grateful. Accessed 9 Aug. 2025.
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