thankful

/ˈθæŋkfəl/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

Showing appreciation or gratitude.

Adjective

Examples

I'm thankful that you helped me out today. How can I ever repay you?

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 “thankful” mean?

Showing appreciation or gratitude.

Is “thankful” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.