grateful
/ˈɡɹeɪtf(ʊ)l/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: gratefuller · gratefullest
Meaning · English
Of a person or their actions, feelings, etc.: expressing gratitude or appreciation; appreciative, thankful.
Adjective
Examples
I’m grateful that you helped me out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “grateful” mean?
Of a person or their actions, feelings, etc.: expressing gratitude or appreciation; appreciative, thankful.
Is “grateful” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.