gratitude
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- overgratitude noun
- ungratitude noun
Etymology
Origin of gratitude
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Medieval Latin grātitūdin-, stem of grātitūdō “thankfulness,” equivalent to grāt(us) “pleasing” + -i- + -tūdō -tude
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Villa, who started the taqueria as a pop-up in the Highland Park neighborhood in 2018, took to Instagram to express gratitude for the opportunity, underscoring his family’s immigrant background.
From Los Angeles Times
The experience deepened Hansen’s gratitude for the gym they frequent in Los Angeles, Everybody Gym.
From Los Angeles Times
It was such a strange little soliloquy, but I could feel her sincerity, her meaning, her gratitude.
From Literature
In a statement Tuesday, D’Amaro expressed gratitude to Disney’s board “for entrusting me with leading a company that means so much to me and millions around the world.”
From Los Angeles Times
She also spoke briefly about her gratitude for being able to continue performing, acknowledging a journey that has not always been easy.
From Los Angeles Times
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