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ingratitude

noun in·grat·i·tude \(ˌ)in-ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd, -ˌtyüd\

: lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something (such as a kind or helpful act) : lack of gratitude

Full Definition of INGRATITUDE

: forgetfulness of or poor return for kindness received : ungratefulness

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Middle English, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin ingratitudo, from Latin in- + Late Latin gratitudo gratitude

First Known Use: 14th century

Antonyms: appreciation, appreciativeness, gratefulness, gratitude, thankfulness, thanks

INGRATITUDE Defined for Kids

noun in·grat·i·tude \in-ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd, -ˌtyüd\

: lack of gratitude

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