Definitions
- Describing a lack of appreciation or acknowledgement for something that has been done or given. - Referring to a failure to recognize or express gratitude towards someone who has helped or supported you. - Talking about a negative attitude towards acts of kindness or generosity.
- Describing a lack of gratitude or thankfulness for something that has been done or given. - Referring to a failure to appreciate or acknowledge the efforts or sacrifices of others. - Talking about a negative attitude towards acts of kindness or generosity.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of appreciation or acknowledgement.
- 2Both words refer to negative attitudes towards acts of kindness or generosity.
- 3Both words can be used to describe people who fail to recognize or express gratitude.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Ingratitude is less common than ungratefulness in everyday language.
- 2Connotation: Ingratitude can have a stronger negative connotation than ungratefulness.
- 3Formality: Ingratitude is more formal than ungratefulness and is often used in literary or academic contexts.
Remember this!
Both ingratitude and ungratefulness describe a lack of appreciation or acknowledgement towards acts of kindness or generosity. However, ingratitude is less common, more formal, and can have a stronger negative connotation than ungratefulness. Ungratefulness is more commonly used in everyday language and has a simpler spelling and pronunciation.
