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

  • (..) Hmph! Chancellor Palpatine managed to escape your grip, General. Without Count Dooku, I have doubts about your ability to keep us safe. GRIEVOUS: Be thankful, Viceroy, you have not found yourself in my grip. GRIEVOUS: Your ship is waiting. Hello there. General Kenobi. (..)
    2005 Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith