thanklessly
|thank-less-ly|
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/ˈθæŋkləsli/
(thankless)
without gratitude
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thankless' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'thankles,' where 'thank' meant 'gratitude' and '-less' meant 'without.'
Historical Evolution
'thankles' transformed into the modern English word 'thankless' by the addition of the suffix '-ly' to form 'thanklessly.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without gratitude,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not appreciated or acknowledged.
She worked thanklessly for years, never receiving the recognition she deserved.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41