thankful

Definition

  • adjective: glad that something has happened or not happened, that something or someone exists, etc.
  • adjective: conscious of benefit received
  • often + 'for'
  • synonyms: thankworthy, grateful, appreciative

Examples

  • I knew I could call her if there was an emergency but 'thankfully' [='fortunately'] it wasn't necessary.

  • I'm very 'thankful' [='grateful'] 'for' all the help they've given me.

  • I'm 'thankful' (that) we were not on the boat when the storm hit.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Notify first responders. Hear me and rejoice. You are about to die at the hands of the Children of Thanos. Be thankful... that your meaningless lives are now contributing... I'm sorry, Earth is closed today. You better pack it up (..)
    2018 Avengers: Infinity War