Thanksgiving

12 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

The expression of gratitude, especially to God, or a public celebration in acknowledgement of divine favour. Thanksgiving is also a national holiday in North America celebrating harvest and blessings.

“The family gathered for Thanksgiving dinner, sharing what they were grateful for from the past year.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

thanks·giv·ing

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Synonyms

gratitudeappreciation thanks grace

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Wordle

Contains 'THANKS' and 'GIVING' parts; 'K' and 'G' consonants

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Scrabble

Valuable 12-letter word with 'K' and 'G' for extra points; cultural term

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