noun

ingratitude

ihn-GRA-tiht-yood

Ingratitude (noun) means a lack of gratitude; failing to be thankful. Example: “She was hurt by his ingratitude after everything she had done.”

noun

A lack of gratitude; failing to be thankful.

"She was hurt by his ingratitude after everything she had done."

How to use ingratitude

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe opposite of gratitude — not appreciating what someone has done for you.

Common pairings

sheer ingratitude an act of ingratitude

Word forms

ingratitudes plural

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Etymology

From "in-" ("not") + "gratitude."

Synonyms

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ungratefulness

Related words

ungratefulness

Rhymes for ingratitude

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ingratitude” mean?

The word “ingratitude” means a lack of gratitude; failing to be thankful. In plain terms, the opposite of gratitude — not appreciating what someone has done for you.

How do you pronounce “ingratitude”?

“Ingratitude” is pronounced ihn-GRA-tiht-yood (/ɪnˈɡɹætɪtud/ in IPA).

How do you use “ingratitude” in a sentence?

Here is “ingratitude” used in a sentence: “She was hurt by his ingratitude after everything she had done.”

What part of speech is “ingratitude”?

“Ingratitude” is a noun.

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