appreciation

[ uh-pree-shee-ey-shuhn ]

/ əˌpri ʃiˈeɪ ʃən /

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noun

gratitude; thankful recognition: They showed their appreciation by giving him a gold watch.

the act of estimating the qualities of things and giving them their proper value.

clear perception or recognition, especially of aesthetic quality: a course in art appreciation.

an increase or rise in the value of property, goods, etc.

critical notice; evaluation; opinion, as of a situation, person, etc.

a critique or written evaluation, especially when favorable.

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Origin of appreciation

1600–10; earlier appretiation<Late Latin appretiāt(us) (see appreciate) + -ion, or <French appréciation

OTHER WORDS FROM appreciation

ap·pre·ci·a·tion·al, adjectivenon·ap·pre·ci·a·tion, nouno·ver·ap·pre·ci·a·tion, nounself-ap·pre·ci·a·tion, noun

su·per·ap·pre·ci·a·tion, nounun·ap·pre·ci·a·tion, noun

Words nearby appreciation

appraisal drilling, appraise, appreciable, appreciate, appreciated, appreciation, appreciative, appreciatory, apprehend, apprehensible, apprehension

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How to use appreciation in a sentence

He believes much of the rally on Monday is from investors moving back in and snapping up tech names that have “seen pretty significant appreciation” over the past six to 12 months and are “basically on sale” from levels a few weeks ago.
Tech sell off was a ‘head fake’ as stocks rebound, say analysts|Anne Sraders|September 14, 2020|Fortune
President and founder Reinhold Schmieding announced this decision, providing a motivating and inspirational message of appreciation to employees for their contributions and reiterating his commitment to taking care of the Arthrex family first.
How the Best Workplaces in Manufacturing have risen to the COVID-19 challenge|lbelanger225|September 10, 2020|Fortune
This change reflects our appreciation for the benefits of a strong labor market, particularly for many in low- and moderate-income communities.
Low interest rates may be here to stay, following Fed Chief Powell’s new approach on inflation|Lee Clifford|August 27, 2020|Fortune
The theory has emerged out of both clinical practice and scientists’ growing appreciation of the interconnection between genes and infectious diseases.
Our Genes May Explain Severity of COVID-19 and Other Infections|Monique Brouillette|July 27, 2020|Quanta Magazine

Some renowned brands use it to boost their content reach and appreciation.
How to get more leads on Instagram: 10 Highly effective tactics|Bhavik Soni|July 7, 2020|Search Engine Watch
A year and a half ago, I launched Dictator Appreciation Month, otherwise known as Make Fun of a Dictator Month.
The Sony Hack and America’s Craven Capitulation To Terror|David Keyes|December 19, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Or perhaps next September is too long to wait for a demonstration of appreciation that is already overdue.
It’s Time for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans to Get a Parade of Their Own|Michael Daly|November 11, 2014|DAILY BEAST
As the Hooters press kit shows, an appreciation for breasts does not automatically translate to an appreciation of women.
The Misogynistic Companies Jumping On The Breast Cancer Bandwagon|Emily Shire|October 16, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Palmer's desire to be loved is large, his need for proofs of appreciation considerable.
Will the Real Jim Palmer Please Stand Up|Tom Boswell|September 27, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Nate has a biological and acculturated appreciation of beautiful women.
How to Get Laid in Brooklyn a la Adelle Waldman’s Nifty Novel of Manners|Tom LeClair|July 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Liking for a single colour is a considerably smaller display of mind than an appreciation of the relation of two colours.
Children's Ways|James Sully
After the death of Édouard Manet, she devoted herself to building up an appreciation of his work in the public mind.
Women in the fine arts, from the Seventh Century B.C. to the Twentieth Century A.D.|Clara Erskine Clement
That first 'pinch' was its own priceless reward, far above present appreciation or future fame.
Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce|E. R. Billings.
She was glad that Amy showed a certain amount of sympathy 176 for Henrietta and appreciation of her.
The Campfire Girls of Roselawn|Margaret Penrose
We desire here to express appreciation for the valuable assistance of Mr. Norman Hinsdale Pitman.
Repertory Of The Comedie Humaine, Complete, A -- Z|Anatole Cerfberr and Jules Franois Christophe

British Dictionary definitions for appreciation

appreciation

/ (əˌpriːʃɪˈeɪʃən, -sɪ-) /

noun

thanks or gratitude

assessment of the true worth or value of persons or things

perceptive recognition of qualities, as in art

an increase in value, as of goods or property

a written review of a book, etc, esp when favourable

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