Gratitude: meaning, definitions and examples

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gratitude

 

[ ˈɡradɪtjuːd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

expressing thanks

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

Synonyms

appreciation, recognition, thankfulness

Examples of usage

  • She expressed her gratitude for all the help she had received.
  • I want to show my gratitude by helping others in need.
Context #2 | Noun

feeling grateful

Gratitude is a feeling of appreciation and thankfulness for the good things in one's life.

Synonyms

appreciation, thankfulness, thanksgiving

Examples of usage

  • She felt overwhelming gratitude towards her family for their support.
  • His heart was filled with gratitude for the opportunities he had been given.
Context #3 | Noun

religious context

Gratitude is a virtue in many religious traditions, seen as a way to connect with the divine and show reverence.

Synonyms

appreciation, thankfulness, thanksgiving

Examples of usage

  • In Buddhism, gratitude is practiced as a form of mindfulness and compassion.
  • Many prayers include expressions of gratitude for the blessings received.

Translations

Translations of the word "gratitude" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gratidão

🇮🇳 कृतज्ञता

🇩🇪 Dankbarkeit

🇮🇩 rasa syukur

🇺🇦 вдячність

🇵🇱 wdzięczność

🇯🇵 感謝 (かんしゃ)

🇫🇷 gratitude

🇪🇸 gratitud

🇹🇷 minnettarlık

🇰🇷 감사

🇸🇦 امتنان

🇨🇿 vděčnost

🇸🇰 vďačnosť

🇨🇳 感激 (gǎn jī)

🇸🇮 hvaležnost

🇮🇸 þakklæti

🇰🇿 ризашылық

🇬🇪 მადლიერება

🇦🇿 minnətdarlıq

🇲🇽 gratitud

Word origin

The word 'gratitude' originated from the Latin word 'gratitudo', meaning 'thankfulness' or 'grace'. The concept of gratitude has been valued in various cultures and religions throughout history as a virtue that promotes positive emotions and social bonds. Expressing gratitude is seen as a way to acknowledge the kindness of others and cultivate a sense of appreciation for the good things in life.

See also: gratuity.