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thankful
adjective thank·ful \ˈthaŋk-fəl\
: glad that something has happened or not happened, that something or someone exists, etc.
: of, relating to, or expressing thanks
Full Definition of THANKFUL
1
: conscious of benefit received <for what we are about to receive make us truly thankful>
2
: expressive of thanks <thankful service>
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First Known Use of THANKFUL
before 12th century
THANKFUL Defined for Kids
thankful
adjective thank·ful \ˈthaŋk-fəl\
Definition of THANKFUL for Kids
1
: feeling or showing thanks : grateful
2
: glad 1 <“I'm so thankful I was here to help you out!” — Natalie Babbitt, Tuck Everlasting>
— thank·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— thank·ful·ness noun
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