indebtedness
noun/ɪnˈdɛtɪdnɪs/
Frequency rank: #16,291 most common English word
Meaning
The state of owing gratitude or money to someone who has helped or supported you.
Example sentence
She expressed deep indebtedness to her mentor for all the guidance she had received.
Synonyms & related words
- gratitude
- obligation
- thankfulness
- appreciation
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