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thanks Antonyms

Opposite of thanks

Because the opposite of thanks shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An expression of gratitude or appreciation toward someone for a favor, kindness, or service.

Usage Example

"The organizers expressed their sincere ingratitude to all the volunteers who made the festival possible."

Strongest
ingratitude
thanklessness
ungratefulness
Strong
censure
Weak
condemnation

• verb (Context 2)

To express gratitude or appreciation to someone (third-person singular present simple form of thank).

Usage Example

"She always blames the bus driver before stepping off at her stop."

Strong
blames
faults
snubs

Similar words to thanks

Words similar to thanks shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

thank you
gratitude
appreciation
gratefulness
thankfulness
cheers
much obliged
acknowledgment
See all synonyms of thanks

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Thanks. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/thanks
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