thank-yous

Words of appreciation

Thank-yous are expressions of gratitude, or the acts of expressing them.

The plural form emphasizes multiple instances: She sent out thank-yous to everyone who helped with the move.

A thank-you can also be a note or gift acknowledging appreciation: Don't forget to write your thank-yous after the wedding.

gratitude

appreciation

Recognition of worth

indebtedness · tribute · praise · blessing · testimonial · accolade · commendation · kudos · shout-out · mention

etiquette

courtesy

Respectful, considerate behavior

decorum · propriety · protocol · formality · consideration · respect · deference · graciousness · tact · diplomacy

Categories
Opposites
gratitude vs. grievance

thank-youscomplaints

Expressions of discontent

grievances · criticisms · reproaches · gripes · objections

appreciation vs. blame

thank-yousaccusations

Claims of fault

blame · recriminations · reproofs · admonishments · reprimands

Family

thank, thanks, you, thankful, your, yours, thou, thanksgiving, thankfully

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G