What does gratulatory mean?
Gratulatory means (archaic) congratulatory.
Gratulatory
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(archaic) congratulatory.
Example Sentences
The blissful day over, and the happy bride and bridegroom withdrawing from the banquet and the dance, the well-pleased chirping, able little tutor hopped before them, and led them to the hymeneal bower with floral flute, and gratulatory song!"
A roar of gratulatory triumph broke--a roar so loud and inspiring that for a moment the densely packed masses did not distinguish an ear-splitting outburst just in front of them.
The air was full of laughter and greetings and kisses; light-hearted, offhand, gratulatory kisses which appeared to be the natural currency of felicitation.
Synonyms for gratulatory
Antonyms for gratulatory
Related Words
Word Forms
- more gratulatory
- most gratulatory
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for gratulatory?
Common synonyms include felicitous, congratulatory.
What is the opposite of gratulatory?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use gratulatory in a sentence?
The blissful day over, and the happy bride and bridegroom withdrawing from the banquet and the dance, the well-pleased chirping, able little tutor hopped before them, and led them to the hymeneal bower with floral flute, and gratulatory song!"
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