THANKED Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

thanked

verb

past tense of thank

as in commended

to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given I thanked her for giving me the present. I want to thank everyone who helped today.

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Recent Examples of thanked Following the discovery of Weston’s body, the family thanked those who had shared their story and aided in the search. —

Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 6 June 2026 Attendee Christine Meczynski of Harwood Heights thanked all those who make local quality senior services accessible and possible. —

Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026 Adams thanked detective David Miller for leading the charge. —

Kristine Phillips, IndyStar, 5 June 2026 The encounter was emotional as family members thanked Brown for pulling the child from the burning building. —

Briseida Holguin, CBS News, 4 June 2026 Randy Colman, president and CEO of Goodman Jewish Family Services, thanked the survivors for being living examples of perseverance and strength. —

Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026 Showrunner Rolin Jones thanked everyone for being there, signing posters, books, bodies, and at least one bootlegged DVD. —

Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 3 June 2026 Porter, in her video, thanked her supporters and her team. —

Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 3 June 2026 The agency thanked New Jersey law enforcement. —

Daniella Silva, NBC news, 30 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for thanked

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For example, Dick Cheney’s 2008 address to the graduates emphasized the Coast Guard legacy and role in homeland security and commended the class on its motto to defend the Constitution and uphold high standards.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 27 May 2026
Sarah Eagan, executive director of the Center for Children’s Advocacy and former Child Advocate, said Scheff should be commended for running a challenging agency.

— Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 27 May 2026