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
Let the girls on the show have their anger … or their gratefulness … and hopefully, their forgiveness of themselves and these people.
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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
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
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Norris expressed gratitude for the generally favorable reception to Code of Silence, then went right back to starring in familiar, low-ambition fare.—
Chris Klimek,
The Atlantic,
23 Mar. 2026
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His reasons for coming back were rooted in loyalty and gratitude.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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That contrast deepened Carden’s appreciation for just how many different ways a joke can land, and how much finding the best read depends on trust and chemistry between actors colliding with the right script.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
20 Mar. 2026
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Generations of Mets fans have grown up listening to Howie call the game with authenticity, energy, and a deep appreciation for what this team means to our community.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gratefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratefulness. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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