Definition of Grateful
Grateful
grate·ful
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(adjective)
feeling thankful and/or expressing appreciation/gratitude for some benefits received;
e.g. The college sent us a grateful letter in acknowledgment of our donation.
(adjective)
in old usage, welcome or pleasing, offering contentment, comfort, or pleasure, experienced or received with gratitude;
e.g. We were allowed to stop for a grateful rest from the exertion.
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