ingrate
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for ingrate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An ungrateful person.
Synonyms
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How to use ingrate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin ingratus, "not pleasing," from "in-" ("not") + gratus ("pleasing" — the same root as "grateful").
Full origin of ingrate →Frequently asked questions
What does “ingrate” mean?
The word “ingrate” means an ungrateful person. In plain terms, a person who doesn't show thanks for what's been done for them.
How do you pronounce “ingrate”?
“Ingrate” is pronounced IHNG-rayt (/ˈɪnɡɹeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “ingrate” in a sentence?
Here is “ingrate” used in a sentence: “He called his old friend an ingrate for never saying thanks.”
What part of speech is “ingrate”?
Depending on how it is used, “ingrate” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “ingrate” come from?
The word “ingrate” comes from Latin. From Latin ingratus, "not pleasing," from "in-" ("not") + gratus ("pleasing" — the same root as "grateful").
How many meanings does “ingrate” have?
“Ingrate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an ungrateful person.