What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ingrateful
Example
It's so ingrateful of him not to thank his parents for all their support. [ingrateful: adjective]
Example
She was accused of being ingrateful for not showing appreciation for the gift. [ingrateful: adjective]
ungrateful
Example
It's ungrateful of her to complain about the gift she received. [ungrateful: adjective]
Example
He was ungrateful for all the hard work his team put in to help him succeed. [ungrateful: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ungrateful is more commonly used than ingrateful in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between ingrateful and ungrateful?
Ingrateful may sound more formal or archaic than ungrateful, but both words can be used in formal and informal contexts.
