Gratulant

/ˈɡrætjʊlənt/ adjective

Definition

Expressing or full of congratulation; rejoicing with someone on their good fortune.

Etymology

From Latin 'gratulans,' present participle of 'gratulari' (to wish joy, congratulate), related to 'gratus' (pleasing). This rare English adjective preserves the Latin sense of communal celebration.

Kelly Says

Gratulant is one of those words so obscure it's practically a secret handshake—it means 'congratulatory' but sounds like it should mean 'relating to gravy,' which is why it disappeared from English.

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