GRATEFULNESS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

gratefulness

noun

Definition of gratefulness

as in gratitude

acknowledgment of having received something good from another a note expressing her sincere gratefulness for our help

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Recent Examples of gratefulness Chapman expressed gratefulness that skateboarding is now thriving and more widely appreciated. — Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 15 June 2026 Many colleagues shared this level of gratefulness. — Maria Cristina Pavarini, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 Let the girls on the show have their anger … or their gratefulness … and hopefully, their forgiveness of themselves and these people. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026 Written by bandmembers Wharff, Ryan Atchison and Garrett Howell, this song makes a stark reflection on the futility of self-reliance, while expressing gratefulness to a higher power for renewal. — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025 We are all moved by her kindness and gratefulness in the midst of pain. — Kayla Grant, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025 Courtesy Moysk family Both families shared messages of grief for the Annunciation community and gratefulness for first responders and staff. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2025

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Noun

The only excess to speak of was love, gratitude, and the overwhelming desire for a different outcome.

— James Horncastle, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Here’s hoping that Virtua Fighter Crossroads can make good on that impressive display of gratitude.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of gratitude

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In June, Nehemiah became the humane society's first volunteer to reach the 100-hour milestone, and the Jacksonville Humane Society presented him with a certificate to show its appreciation for his efforts.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
An official connected to a token might benefit from trading fees, licensing agreements, token appreciation, governance rights, or additional demand created by political exposure.

— Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

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