GRATULATE


Meaning of GRATULATE in English

I. -ˌlāt verb

( -ed/-ing/-s )

Etymology: Latin gratulatus, past participle of gratulari, from gratus pleasing, thankful — more at grace

transitive verb

1. archaic : to salute with declarations of joy : congratulate

2. obsolete : to show thankfulness for or to : gratify , repay , recompense

intransitive verb

archaic : to express sympathetic pleasure or satisfaction

II. adjective

Etymology: Latin gratulatus, past participle

obsolete : gratifying , pleasing

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