appreciative
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- appreciatively adverb
- appreciativeness noun
- nonappreciative adjective
- nonappreciatively adverb
- nonappreciativeness noun
- overappreciative adjective
- overappreciatively adverb
- overappreciativeness noun
- unappreciative adjective
- unappreciatively adverb
- unappreciativeness noun
Etymology
Origin of appreciative
First recorded in 1690–1700; appreciate + -ive
Example Sentences
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They say it was tedious work that made them disciplined, punctual and appreciative of the value of a hard-earned dollar.
From Los Angeles Times
Hodgkinson still managed to salvage silverware from her challenging 2025 by making the world podium in Tokyo six months ago and is ultimately appreciative of the perspective that setback has given her.
From BBC
"We have been in touch with the White House and we are appreciative and grateful for the communication we have had, but the timing just didn't work," the Thunder told The Athletic in a statement.
From Barron's
She said: "I'm overwhelmed, deeply appreciative... Eternally grateful, incredibly proud."
From BBC
At True/False, it finds a properly appreciative home.
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