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
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.
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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
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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More to come, and so much gratitude always.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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When you’re covered by someone else, be sure to show your gratitude.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2026
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The American Chamber of Commerce in China hosted an appreciation dinner on Thursday evening in Beijing while Starmer was visiting, which included representatives from the Chinese side.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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There seemed to be a shift in tone among some members, who voiced appreciation for collaboration and the progress made toward a solution.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Gratefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratefulness. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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