gratitude
grat-i-tude · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
The quality of being thankful; a readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
- 2.
A feeling of thankfulness and appreciation.
Phrases & expressions
- •express gratitude — to show or communicate thankfulness
- •deep gratitude — profound thankfulness
- •eternal gratitude — lasting thankfulness
- •attitude of gratitude — a mindset focused on appreciation
Related words
Etymology
From Latin gratitudo ("thankfulness"), from gratus ("pleasing, thankful"). Entered English in the mid-16th century through French gratitude.