THANKLESS


Meaning of THANKLESS in English

adj. Function: adjective

1 not inclined to give thanks FF1C; a thankless guest FF1E;

Synonyms: unappreciative, ungrateful, unthankful

Related Words: self-centered; careless, heedless, thoughtless; unappreciative, ungrateful, unmindful

Contrasted Words: appreciative, grateful, mindful; careful, heedful, thoughtful

Antonyms: thankful

2 not likely to obtain thanks FF1C; a thankless job FF1E;

Synonyms: unappreciated, ungrateful, unthankful

Related Words: disagreeable, distasteful, unpleasant; miserable, wretched

Contrasted Words: thankworthy

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