Synonyms for
Ungrateful
Definition
not feeling or showing gratitude; not thankful
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Common collocations
- ungrateful child
- ungrateful recipient
- ungrateful person
- ungrateful for
- ungrateful to
- ungrateful wretch
- ungrateful dead
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Usage note
Often used to describe someone who does not show appreciation for kindness or help received. Can sometimes be considered a harsh criticism.
Example sentences
- The ungrateful dog didn't even wag his tail when I gave him a treat.
- I felt ungrateful when I complained about my birthday present.
- The ungrateful student didn't thank the teacher for staying after school to help him.
- She was ungrateful for the help her friends gave her during the move.
- The ungrateful customer didn't even say thank you to the waiter who brought him his food.
Quotes
An ungrateful man is like a hog under a tree eating acorns, but never looking up to see where they come from.
Gratitude is the sign of noble souls. Ungrateful people sow seeds of discord, hurt and chaos.
The ungrateful heart discovers no mercies; but the grateful heart will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings.