appreciated

American  

[uh-pree-shee-ey-tid] / əˈpri ʃiˌeɪ tɪd /

adjective

1. regarded or received with thankfulness.

   The spa vouchers made a much appreciated gift for the new moms.

2. highly valued or esteemed.

   At the conference we get to network, make friends, and feel like an appreciated part of a vibrant community of researchers.

3. perceived and understood; recognized.

   The relationships between increased urbanization and decreased infection rates are still inadequately appreciated.

4. increased in value.

   For most of the society, the appreciated currency just makes it harder to pay off debt.

   Transferring appreciated securities to our charitable foundation is an excellent way to support breakthrough research while avoiding the capital gains tax.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of appreciate.

Other Word Forms

• unappreciated adjective
• underappreciated adjective
• well-appreciated adjective

Etymology

Origin of appreciated

First recorded in 1750–60; appreciat(e) ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. ), for the adjective senses; appreciat(e) ( def. ) + -ed ¹ ( def. ), for the verb sense

Example Sentences

The house has appreciated about $500,000 since I bought it and my mortgage, which I could pay off, is 3.25%.

From MarketWatch

As a lifelong dancer, I’ve always appreciated the value of learning choreography before improvising.

From Salon

“Mustang’s impact on America should be appreciated like an art exhibit.”

From Los Angeles Times

Any guidance or next steps would be greatly appreciated.

From MarketWatch

Several of the investors who spoke with MarketWatch said that in addition to using social media as a screen for ideas, they also appreciated the sense of community they found on Reddit.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• beneficial
• costly
• expensive
• helpful
• important
• invaluable
• prized
• profitable
• relevant
• scarce
• treasured
• useful
• valued
• worthwhile