appreciative
[uh-pree-shuh-tiv, -shee-uh-, -shee-ey-]
adjective
feeling or showing appreciation: an appreciative audience at the concert.
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warmly, passionately, respectfully, zealously, earnestly, reverently, longingly, affectionately, admiringly, fondly, kindly, generously, loyally, adoringly, ardently, attentively, considerately, devotedly, endearingly, fervently
Origin of appreciative
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Examples from the Web for appreciatively
Historical Examples of appreciatively
He drank it appreciatively and remarked that there was still no other he liked so well.
Alexander's Bridge and The Barrel OrganWilla Cather and Alfred Noyes
"You are a brave homme, Armand," said Madame la Generale, appreciatively.
A Set of SixJoseph Conrad
"It'll be good to have him around again," she said appreciatively.
Miss Pat at SchoolPemberton Ginther
"Thank you," he said, appreciatively, when the last button was fastened.
The Masked BridalMrs. Georgie Sheldon
“That boosts us up another fifty a week,” said Henry appreciatively.
RopeHolworthy Hall
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