thankfulness, n.Definitions

Thankfulness may consist merely of words whereas gratitude is shown in acts.

Thankfulness is not fully present when one needs a reason to be thankful.

Thankfulness is something we should have for the good things that we have and, also, for the bad things we don't have.

Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express gratitude (which is the inward feeling of kindness received). Thanksgiving is the following of that impulse.

Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude, while gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts.