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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Perhaps the old strategy will work again: a public calling out, appeals to the well-meaning in power, careful application of both pressure and gratitude.
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Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 22 July 2025
Some praised his honesty while others questioned his gratitude.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
Studies have also shown that gratitude can improve quality of sleep.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 21 July 2025
Every Zelensky message was a blend of praise and gratitude, leavened with reminders about what the Kremlin was up to.
—Tom Nagorski, Time, 18 July 2025
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Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 22 July 2025
Some praised his honesty while others questioned his gratitude.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
Studies have also shown that gratitude can improve quality of sleep.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 21 July 2025
Every Zelensky message was a blend of praise and gratitude, leavened with reminders about what the Kremlin was up to.
—Tom Nagorski, Time, 18 July 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 29 Jul. 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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