What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ingratitude
Example
His ingratitude towards his parents was shocking. [ingratitude: noun]
Example
I cannot believe her ingratitude after all we have done for her. [ingratitude: noun]
ungratefulness
Example
Her ungratefulness towards her friends was disappointing. [ungratefulness: noun]
Example
I was hurt by his ungratefulness after I went out of my way to help him. [ungratefulness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ungratefulness is more commonly used than ingratitude in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between ingratitude and ungratefulness?
Ingratitude is more formal than ungratefulness and is often used in literary or academic contexts.
