gratefulness

Definition of gratefulnessnext
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 But that gratefulness didn’t exactly gel with recent reports that Bajaria is being used as a scapegoat and was axed with little notice. — Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 23 Oct. 2026 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratefulness
Noun
  • Alongside a glimpse into his life as a mentor, there was an overwhelming sense of gratitude towards him, beamed in from every corner of electronic music and clubland.
    — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Its cosmic cremation has the Swift team mourning, yet full of gratitude, for the observations the telescope made during its 22 years in orbit.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
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  • Energage used a 26-question survey that asks employees for feedback on factors such as pay and benefits, direction, leadership, meaningfulness and appreciation.
    — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The brands include Defy Bags, Danner footwear, Randolph Eyewear, Juniper Ridge home and body care products, all of which share the same appreciation for quality and craftsmanship.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 12 Nov. 2026

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“Gratefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratefulness. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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