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gratefulness vs. gratitude

gratefulness

[greyt-fuhl-nis] / ˈgreɪt fəl nɪs /

noun

warm and deep appreciation for kindness received; gratitude or thankfulness.

After working as a doctor in parts of Africa, I feel a new-found respect and gratefulness for the healthcare we receive here.

gratitude

[grat-i-tood, -tyood] / ˈgræt ɪˌtud, -ˌtyud /

noun

the quality or feeling of being grateful or thankful.

He expressed his gratitude to everyone on the staff.

Synonyms:

gratefulness, appreciation, thankfulness, thank