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
Noun
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Judaism has an overwhelming amount of prayers surrounding gratitude.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 May 2026
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In the aftermath, Pickler shared a statement to PEOPLE and expressed her gratitude to her fans for their support.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
Noun
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The night started with bowling, heartfelt speeches from Pollack, and reunions between old and new friends alike, all underscored with a deep appreciation for the cause.—
Michael Van Runkle,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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After eliminating the Hawks, his tone was one of appreciation — directed at Quin Snyder.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gratefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratefulness. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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