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Definitions

appreciation

[uh-pree-shee-ey-shuhn] / əˌpri ʃiˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
thankfulness
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acknowledgment gratitude recognition thanks
STRONG
gratefulness indebtedness obligation testimonial tribute
Antonyms
WEAK
criticism decrease depreciation disparagement disregard loss neglect
NOUN
increase in worth
Synonyms
STRONGEST
gain growth improvement inflation
STRONG
enhancement rise
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decrease
WEAK
criticism depreciation disparagement disregard loss neglect
NOUN
recognition of worth
Synonyms
STRONGEST
admiration affection awareness commendation enjoyment esteem knowledge love perception realization recognition respect sensitivity sympathy understanding
STRONG
appraisal assessment attraction cognizance comprehension estimation grasp liking regard relish responsivenesss sensibility sensitiveness valuation
WEAK
aesthetic sense high regard
Antonyms
STRONGEST
disapproval disdain dishonor dislike hate hatred ignorance insensitivity
STRONG
misunderstanding
WEAK
criticism decrease depreciation disparagement disregard loss neglect

Example Sentences

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The unexpected appreciation resulted from Lee’s apology Monday over South Koreans having flown drones into North Korean airspace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

But Spaniards' appreciation of pork, he added, is undimmed.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Beck’s ownership stake means that if he helps drive appreciation in the company’s stock price, he can grow his wealth.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Julie Cronshaw, director of the Highgate Ballet School in London, says even for learned, longtime balletomanes the show opens up a whole new realm of understanding and appreciation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The class oohs in appreciation, but Sara stands rigid next to me.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan