Antonyms for in grate


Grammar : Adj, noun
Spell : in-greyt
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɪn greɪt


Definition of in grate

Origin :
  • "ungrateful person," 1670s, from earlier adjective meaning "unfriendly" (late 14c.) also "ungrateful, unthankful," from Latin ingratus "unpleasant," also "ungrateful," from in- "not" (see in- (1)) + gratus "pleasing, beloved, dear, agreeable" (see grace). The noun meaning "ungrateful person" dates from 1670s.
  • As in ungrateful : adj not appreciative
  • As in ingrate : noun ungrateful person
  • As in opportunist : noun vacillator
  • As in wretch : noun derelict

Synonyms for in grate

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