gratulation

[ grach-uh-ley-shuhn ]

noun

1. a feeling of joy.
2. the expression of joy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gratulation¹

1425–75; late Middle English gratulacioun < Latin grātulātiōn- (stem of grātulātiō ). See gratulate, -ion

Example Sentences

The next day Washington addressed his army in words of gratulation and tender regard.

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We rose, drew long breath and looked about us, then turned to the Admiral with loud praise and gratulation.

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Drums and fifes, violins and banjoes, and even jews-harps, all lent their aid to swell the burst of joy and gratulation.

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But apart from the special and personal aspect of the occasion, there was much to cause national gratulation.

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Mr. Chamberlain considers the new educational law for Johannesburg as a subject for gratulation.

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