thankless
2 synonyms and 1 antonyms for thankless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not appreciated, despite effort put in.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use thankless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thankless task
thankless job
Etymology
From thank + -less, "without thanks."
Full origin of thankless →Frequently asked questions
What does “thankless” mean?
The word “thankless” means not appreciated, despite effort put in. In plain terms, describes work or effort that goes unrewarded or unnoticed.
How do you use “thankless” in a sentence?
Here is “thankless” used in a sentence: “Cleaning up after everyone else is a thankless job.”
What is the opposite of “thankless”?
The opposite of “thankless” — its antonyms — is thankful.
What part of speech is “thankless”?
“Thankless” is an adjective.