Definition

The quality of not being grateful or appreciative; a lack of thanks or recognition for something done.

Example

His thanklessness for the help he received surprised everyone.

Conversation

I feel like sometimes we work so hard and get no appreciation.

Yeah, it can be tough when it feels like thanklessness surrounds us.

Exactly! It's disheartening to put in effort and not receive any recognition.

I know what you mean; we should focus on the positives instead.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thanklessness → It is formed from "thank" (from Old English *þanc*, meaning gratitude or thanks) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word "thanklessness" refers to the state of being without gratitude or appreciation.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-lessness') 'gratitude' ('thank') — that's why thanklessness means a lack of thankfulness.

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