What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ungrateful
Example
She was ungrateful for all the help we gave her. [ungrateful: adjective]
Example
It's ungrateful to complain about a gift you received. [ungrateful: adjective]
ingrate
Example
He is such an ingrate, he never says thank you. [ingrate: noun]
Example
Don't be an ingrate, show some appreciation for what you have. [ingrate: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ungrateful is more common than ingrate in everyday language and can be used in a variety of contexts. Ingrate is less common and more formal, and is typically used in more serious or literary contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between ungrateful and ingrate?
Ingrate is more formal than ungrateful and is often used in more serious or literary contexts. Ungrateful is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
