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How would one define the word ingrate?

An ingrate is a person who is ungrateful or unappreciative of kindness or benefits received. They show a lack of gratitude for favors, gifts, or opportunities given to them.

Here are some synonyms for ingrate:

* Ungrateful person

* Thankless person

* Unthankful person

* Unreciprocating person

* Undeserving person

* Unworthy person

Here are some examples of how the word "ingrate" can be used in a sentence:

* "She was such an ingrate, she didn't even thank me for the gift."

* "He felt like an ingrate for not expressing his gratitude to his benefactor."

* "It's disheartening to be treated as an ingrate by someone you've helped."

The word "ingrate" often carries a negative connotation, implying a lack of basic courtesy and decency.

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