Unthankful: meaning, definitions and examples

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unthankful

[ ˌʌnˈθæŋkfəl ]

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in a relationship

Not feeling or showing gratitude; ungrateful.

Synonyms

unacknowledging, unappreciative, ungrateful

Examples of usage

He was unthankful for all the help he received.
She was unthankful for the birthday present.
The unthankful attitude of the students was disappointing.
They were unthankful for the support provided.

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general

Failing to express gratitude or thanks.

Synonyms

unacknowledging, unappreciative, ungrateful

Examples of usage

His unthankful behavior offended his friends.
She was unthankful for the opportunities she was given.
The unthankful response to their generosity saddened them.
The unthankful attitude created tension in the group.

Translations

Translations of the word "unthankful" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ingrato

🇮🇳 अकृतज्ञ

🇩🇪 undankbar

🇮🇩 tidak berterima kasih

🇺🇦 невдячний

🇵🇱 niewdzięczny

🇯🇵 感謝しない

🇫🇷 ingrat

🇪🇸 ingrato

🇹🇷 nankör

🇰🇷 감사하지 않는

🇸🇦 غير شاكر

🇨🇿 nevděčný

🇸🇰 nevďačný

🇨🇳 不感激的

🇸🇮 nehvaležen

🇮🇸 vanþakklátur

🇰🇿 рақмет айтпайтын

🇬🇪 უმადური

🇦🇿 nankor

🇲🇽 ingrato

Word origin

The word 'unthankful' originated from Middle English 'unþankful', which was formed by adding the prefix 'un-' to 'þankful', meaning thankful. Over time, the spelling evolved to 'unthankful' in Modern English. The concept of ingratitude has been a theme in literature and philosophy, highlighting the importance of gratitude in human relationships and society.