Synonyms for

Thankfully

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

Definition

in a way that expresses gratitude or relief

Synonyms & similar words

gratefully gratefully appreciatively gladly happily joyfully contentedly pleasedly relievedly satisfactorily cheerfully merrily jubilantly blissfully ecstatically exultantly radiantly euphorically thrilled delightedly pleasurably

Synonyms by register

Formal

fortunately auspiciously providentially

Informal

luckily good thing what a relief

Literary

blessedly happily

Antonyms

unfortunately regrettably sadly woefully haplessly unluckily

Common collocations

  • thankfully it didn't
  • thankfully we were
  • thankfully he managed
  • thankfully she arrived
  • thankfully the rain
  • thankfully it stopped
  • thankfully it was

Word family

noun thanks
verb thank
adjective thankful
adverb thankfully

Usage note

This adverb expresses relief or good fortune. It is often used at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a positive outcome.

Example sentences

  1. Thankfully, the firemen arrived in time to put out the fire.
  2. She looked around the room and thankfully found her lost keys.
  3. Thankfully, the doctor said the surgery was successful.
  4. After the long hike, they thankfully reached the summit.
  5. Thankfully, they were able to catch the last train home.

Quotes

  • Thankfully, persistence is a great substitute for talent.
  • Thankfully, beauty is easier to remove than apply, and a swipe of demaquillage in the right direction and you are you once again.
  • Thankfully, beauty is not only physical. It's the energy you give out to the world.

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