Definition

Feeling or showing thanks for something that someone has done for you.

Example

I am grateful for all the support my friends have given me.

Conversation

I just wanted to say how grateful I am for your help last week.

Of course! I'm always here for you, no worries.

It really made a difference, and I feel lucky to have a friend like you.

Thanks! I appreciate that, and I'm grateful for our friendship too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grateful → It is formed from "grate" (from Latin *gratus*, meaning pleasing or thankful) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "grateful" means full of gratitude or thankfulness.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'full of' ('-ful') 'thankfulness' ('grate') — that's what grateful means.

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