gratitude
noun
grat·i·tude
ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd 
-ˌtyüd
: the state of being grateful : thankfulness
expressed gratitude for their support
Examples of gratitude in a Sentence
Let me express my sincere gratitude for all your help.
We remember with gratitude those who died defending our country.
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Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 5 June 2025
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So would the gratitude that comes to preoccupy Serk.
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In her May 29 announcement, Chiuri led with gratitude toward the iconic French brand.
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Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 5 June 2025
For its first-ever National Doughnut Day celebration, 88 Donuts will be offering one free ring doughnut per customer, no purchase necessary on Friday (June 6), in part to show their gratitude for the way the Curry Ford community has shown up.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
So would the gratitude that comes to preoccupy Serk.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 3 June 2025
Maria Grazia Chiuri reflects on her 9 years at Dior
In her May 29 announcement, Chiuri led with gratitude toward the iconic French brand.
—USA Today, 3 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for gratitude
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“Gratitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gratitude. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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gratitude
noun
grat·i·tude
ˈgrat-ə-ˌt(y)üd
: the state of being grateful
Etymology
Middle English gratitude "gratitude," derived from Latin gratitudo (same meaning), from gratus "thankful" — related to congratulate, grace
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