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Definition of thankful

thankful

/ˈθæŋk.fəl/
thank · ful
Adverb:thankfully
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• adjective

1

Feeling or expressing gratitude, appreciation, or relief.

Example

"We are deeply thankful for the support our neighbors showed during the storm."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While often used interchangeably with 'grateful', 'grateful' is typically directed toward a specific person for an intentional act of kindness, whereas 'thankful' more often expresses a broader sense of relief or appreciation for fortunate circumstances.

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• Nearby Words

than
thane
thank
thankful
thankfully
thankfulness
thankless

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'þancfull', combining 'þanc' (thought, favor, gratitude) and '-full' (full of).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Thankful. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/thankful
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