The Opposite(Antonym) of “thankfulness”
The antonyms of thankfulness are ingratitude and unappreciativeness. These words convey a lack of gratitude or appreciation for something that has been given or done for someone.
Explore all Antonyms of “thankfulness”
Definitions and Examples of ingratitude, unappreciativeness
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A lack of gratitude or thankfulness for something that has been given or done for someone.
Example
Despite all the help he received, his ingratitude towards his friends was evident.
A lack of recognition or gratitude for something that has been given or done for someone.
Example
Her unappreciativeness towards her parents' sacrifices was hurtful.
Key Differences: ingratitude vs unappreciativeness
- 1Ingratitude implies a lack of gratitude or thankfulness for something that has been given or done for someone, often accompanied by a sense of entitlement or expectation.
- 2Unappreciativeness implies a lack of recognition or gratitude for something that has been given or done for someone, often due to a lack of understanding or awareness.
Effective Usage of ingratitude, unappreciativeness
- 1Express Gratitude: Use thankfulness to express gratitude and appreciation for something that has been given or done for you.
- 2Address Ingratitude: Use ingratitude to address a lack of gratitude or thankfulness in someone's behavior.
- 3Highlight Unappreciativeness: Use unappreciativeness to highlight a lack of recognition or gratitude in someone's behavior.
Remember this!
The antonyms of thankfulness are ingratitude and unappreciativeness. Ingratitude implies a lack of gratitude or thankfulness often accompanied by a sense of entitlement, while unappreciativeness implies a lack of recognition or gratitude often due to a lack of understanding. Use these words to express gratitude, address ingratitude, and highlight unappreciativeness.
