THANKFUL Synonyms: 110 Similar and Opposite Words

thankful

adjective

ˈthaŋk-fəl

Definition of thankful

as in glad

experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight we were thankful that someone else was footing the bill for the lavish wedding banquet

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as in grateful

feeling or expressing gratitude I am thankful for all your help

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Recent Examples of thankful The Knicks have one of their toughest stretches of the season rolling right into the holidays, but there’s one thing — aside from a championship, of course — the team can be thankful for. — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026 Each came away thankful for the experience, especially first-timers Baldwin and Iglesias. — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 15 July 2026 Micheal is thankful this process has now reached a conclusion. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 10 July 2026 Bijou Phillips is recovering from a recent kidney transplant, feeling thankful for everyone involved in the procedure. — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for thankful

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Adjective

But McDowell is glad the Supreme Court blocked the use of the new districts for November.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2026
Now that Earle Meets World is, well, out in the world, Alix, Ashtin, and the rest of the family are particularly glad that their breast cancer journey is in the spotlight—and plan on continuing to spread awareness.

— Caitlin Carlson, Glamour, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of glad

Adjective

While Tarlov was grateful for his advice, her book praises current Fox News Chief Executive Suzanne Scott for creating a workplace culture that is much more hospitable to women.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
And the actor deserves every accolade, every compliment, every grateful bit of praise and every bit of the spotlight that Misty Green affords her.

— David Fear, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of grateful

Adjective

For now, the Pats are pleased to have locked up one of their most talented players, which should help further position them to take advantage of this Super Bowl window.

— Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Michael Mulgrew, president of the United Federation of Teachers in New York, was pleased with the screen-time limits, but says the moratorium doesn't last long enough.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of pleased

Adjective

Every German score elicited huge cheers from the appreciative home fans at the Berlin Arena, particularly in the first half.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Din-Mbuh, a senior defensive tackle from Aledo, was appreciative of playing in front of hometown fans on an international stage and also had a message for the Tar Heels.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of appreciative

Adjective

Frakes also clocked how delighted Majel seemed to be to have, after a long stint supporting Gene away from the soundstage, a plumb acting opportunity.

— Scott Huver, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Werner Herzog’s Bucking Fastard, starring Rooney and Kate Mara as preternaturally close twins, drew reactions that ranged from delighted appreciation to pure bewilderment.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of delighted

Adjective

The hotel offers a room service menu, and the staff will also be more than happy to offer you a tour of the art on display throughout the hotel.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
So, when another milestone lands on the calendar—say, Nordstrom’s 125th Anniversary celebration—we’re more than happy to start loading up our carts.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of happy

Adjective

Those who are righteous for its own sake should be rewarded—not merely with a satisfied mind but with some of the happiness the world can bestow.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
Warsh could gain that confidence with an apparent path to an end to the Iran war or some assurance that the president is satisfied with the current tariff regime.

— Steve Liesman, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026

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