English · Emotions & Feelings
grateful
/ˈɡreɪt.fəl/
[/ˈɡreɪt.fəl/]
thankful, appreciative
Beginneradjective
Definition
Feeling thankful and wanting to show appreciation for something kind that has been done for you.
Example
I am deeply grateful to everyone who helped my family during such a difficult and uncertain time.
I am deeply grateful to everyone who helped my family during such a difficult and uncertain time.
Etymology
From obsolete 'grate' (pleasing, thankful), from Latin 'gratus' (pleasing), plus the suffix '-ful'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both warm everyday thanks and more formal expressions of appreciation.