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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Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
As the story goes, the goaltender approached Schmidt and extended a hand in gratitude.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
Prior to Saturday’s game, the Jonas Brothers — who serve as Stand Up To Cancer ambassadors — shared their gratitude for being part of the event.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 26 Oct. 2025
These are the grifting savages who’ve shown their gratitude to hard-working Americans who rescued them from their primitive native lands by robbing us blind while calling us racists and demanding even more handouts.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 24 Oct. 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 Oct. 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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