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INGRATE, n. One who receives a benefit from another, or is…

“INGRATE, n. One who receives a benefit from another, or is otherwise an object of charity.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“INGRATE, n. One who receives a benefit from another, or is otherwise an object of charity.”

Ambrose Bierce

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

An ingrate is someone who benefits from others yet fails to show gratitude.

In simple terms: Ungrateful people take without thanks.

Key Takeaway

Practice gratitude and acknowledge help.

Themes

gratitude social reciprocity humility

Mood

cautionary philosophical

Type

ethics psychology

When to use this quote

  • teamwork
  • charitable giving
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

selfishness moral judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people become ingrates?
  • How can we encourage thankfulness?
A Different Perspective

Definition may be overly harsh; cultural differences in gratitude.

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