gratitude
Translation
gratitude, thankfulness, appreciation
Examples
She expressed her gratitude for their help.
She expressed her gratitude for their help.
I owe you a debt of gratitude.
I owe you a debt of gratitude.
Grammar Patterns
gratitude ((for sth.)) thankfulness for something. She expressed her gratitude for their help.
gratitude ((to sb.)) thankfulness towards someone. He showed his gratitude to the staff.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thankfulness, appreciation; Antonyms: ingratitude
Etymology
From Latin 'gratus' meaning 'thankful, pleasing'.
Memory Tips
It shares the same root as 'gracias', the Spanish word for 'thank you'.