Synonyms for

Thank

Verb / θæŋk / Another word for thank — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To express gratitude or appreciation towards someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

givethanks appreciate acknowledge grateful gratitude obliged recognize indebted graciously appreciation acknowledgment pleased satisfied thankful thanking blessed gratefulness gratified gratitude gratification

Synonyms by register

Formal

appreciate acknowledge express gratitude

Informal

cheers ta thanks a bunch much obliged

Literary

rejoice laud

Antonyms

curse blame criticize condemn denounce disparage

Common collocations

  • thank you
  • thank goodness
  • thank heavens
  • thank someone for
  • thank in advance
  • thank you very much
  • thank the stars

Word family

noun thanks
verb thank
adjective thankful
adverb thankfully

Usage note

While 'thank you' is the most common and versatile phrase, 'thanks' is more informal. Avoid using 'thank' as a noun in formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. I want to thank my teacher for helping me with my homework.
  2. I always say thank you when someone holds the door open for me.
  3. I'm so thankful for my friends and family.
  4. I want to thank everyone for coming to my birthday party.
  5. I appreciate all the hard work you've done.

Quotes

  • Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. - Marcel Proust
  • Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. - Melody Beattie
  • Thanksgiving is a time of togetherness and gratitude. - Nigel Hamilton

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