What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gratitude
Example
I want to express my gratitude for your help with the project. [gratitude: noun]
Example
She felt a deep sense of gratitude towards her parents for their support. [gratitude: noun]
gratefulness
Example
I am filled with gratefulness for the opportunity to travel to new places. [gratefulness: noun]
Example
He expressed his gratefulness to his colleagues for their hard work on the project. [gratefulness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gratitude is more commonly used than gratefulness in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between gratitude and gratefulness?
Gratitude is considered more formal than gratefulness.
