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单词 appreciating
释义

appreciate

verb

ap·​pre·​ci·​ate ə-ˈprē-shē-ˌāt How to pronounce appreciate (audio) -ˈpri- How to pronounce appreciate (audio)
 also  -ˈprē-sē-
appreciated; appreciating

transitive verb

1
a
: to grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of
appreciate the difference between right and wrong
b
: to value or admire highly
She appreciates our work.
c
: to judge with heightened perception or understanding : be fully aware of
must see it to appreciate it
d
: to recognize with gratitude
I appreciate your kindness.
2
: to increase the value of

intransitive verb

: to increase in number or value
Your investment should appreciate over time.
appreciator
ə-ˈprē-shē-ˌā-tər How to pronounce appreciate (audio)
-ˈpri-
 also  -ˈprē-sē-
noun
appreciatory
ə-ˈprē-shə-ˌtȯr-ē How to pronounce appreciate (audio) ə-ˈpri-shə- How to pronounce appreciate (audio)
adjective

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Meanings of Appreciate

Some find it troubling that English is in a constant state of flux, while others take comfort in the in evolving nature of our language. To those in the latter camp, appreciate affords a welcome illustration of how shifts in meaning that were once considered vexatious may become commonly accepted. The grammarian Albert Ayres, writing in the 19th century, said of appreciate that “if any word in the language has cause to complain of ill-treatment, this one has.” Ayres believed the word could only mean what it originally meant, “to set a value on something,” and that its use in a sentence like “I appreciate him highly” was improper. Other self-appointed guardians of the language piled on additional complaints: Edmund Shaftesbury, in his 1897 The Book of Books, held that “Appreciate should not be used for increases in value.” Obviously, we have long since forgotten these quibbles – both senses of appreciate are used regularly, and nobody gives the matter a second thought.

Synonyms

  • accelerate
  • accumulate
  • balloon
  • boom
  • build up
  • burgeon
  • bourgeon
  • climb
  • enlarge
  • escalate
  • expand
  • gain
  • increase
  • mount
  • multiply
  • mushroom
  • proliferate
  • rise
  • roll up
  • snowball
  • spread
  • swell
  • wax
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Example Sentences

Given that scarcity and the anticipated growth of high-end wine consumption in the United States, they believe the value of quality vineyards will appreciate significantly. Daniel Sogg, Wine Spectator, 15 June 2008 The true carnivores in your life will appreciate this gloriously formidable slab of USDA prime meat. Is it worth the equally hefty price? Absolutely. Lobel's dry ages it for six weeks and always ships it fresh-no frozen mystery bricks here-and regardless of how you like your steak done, this porterhouse cooks up beautifully, retains its juices, and delivers rich, buttery flavor. Kate Fox, Saveur, December 2006 As a married, working woman in her mid-30s who's planning on eventually having children, I truly appreciated reading "Mommy Madness." Over the years, I have observed peers with their children, and have inquired about what parenthood is really like. Amy Booth, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2005 I think often of the quiet rigor of my former life. I did not even fully appreciate how much it costs to rent an apartment on the open market. Martha Southgate, The Fall of Rome, 2002 The company strives to make its employees feel appreciated. Living in the city has taught me to appreciate the differences between people. Those who appreciate fine wine will enjoy reading the restaurant's wine list. I really appreciated the information you gave me. Your help the other day was greatly appreciated. The tiny creature contributes to its ecosystem in ways we are only just beginning to appreciate. I don't think you appreciate the complexity of the situation. I appreciate what the artist is trying to do, but I think the painting fails to do it. See More
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Word History

Etymology

Late Latin appretiatus, past participle of appretiare, from Latin ad- + pretium price — more at price entry 1

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a

Kids Definition

appreciate

verb

ap·​pre·​ci·​ate ə-ˈprē-shē-ˌāt How to pronounce appreciate (audio)
appreciated; appreciating
1
: to be grateful for
We appreciate your help.
2
: to admire greatly and with understanding
He appreciates poetry.
3
: to be fully aware of
I appreciate how important this is.
4
: to increase in number or value Your investment should appreciate in time.

Choose the Right Synonym for appreciate

appreciate, treasure, and cherish mean to think very much of something. appreciate is used when a person understands and enjoys the true worth of something. I can appreciate good music. treasure is often used of something of great sentimental value that is thought of as precious and is kept in a safe place. Parents treasure gifts that their children make. cherish is used when a person loves and cares for something very much and often for a long time. We cherished their friendship for many years.

Legal Definition

appreciate

verb

ap·​pre·​ci·​ate ə-ˈprē-shē-ˌāt, -ˈpri-, -sē- How to pronounce appreciate (audio)
appreciated; appreciating

transitive verb

1
: to judge or understand the significance of
incapable of appreciating the difference between right and wrong B. N. Cardozo
2
: to raise the market value of compare depreciate

intransitive verb

: to rise in market value

appreciating

verb

present participle of appreciate
1
as in increasing
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number the value of that antique should appreciate over time

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • increasing
  • rising
  • accelerating
  • expanding
  • swelling
  • climbing
  • multiplying
  • accumulating
  • intensifying
  • gaining
  • spreading
  • waxing
  • proliferating
  • enlarging
  • booming
  • escalating
  • ballooning
  • jumping
  • mounting
  • burgeoning
  • mushrooming
  • snowballing
  • surging
  • bourgeoning
  • heightening
  • rolling up
  • skyrocketing
  • building up
  • inflating
  • peaking
  • redoubling
  • distending
  • rocketing
  • cresting
  • bulking
  • crescendoing
  • blowing up
  • puffing (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • diminishing
  • decreasing
  • contracting
  • lessening
  • waning
  • receding
  • dwindling
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2
as in valuing
to hold dear I appreciate my parents more than I can express

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • valuing
  • treasuring
  • loving
  • enjoying
  • cherishing
  • admiring
  • respecting
  • liking
  • prizing
  • relishing
  • regarding
  • revering
  • reverencing
  • fancying
  • venerating
  • setting store on
  • apprizing
  • memorializing
  • caressing
  • enshrining
  • esteeming
  • digging
  • idolizing
  • worshipping
  • worshiping
  • adoring
  • setting store by
  • grooving (on)
  • revelling (in)
  • delighting (in)
  • reveling (in)
  • doting (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • hating
  • undervaluing
  • despising
  • detesting
  • minimizing
  • abhorring
  • disdaining
  • depreciating
  • loathing
  • disvaluing
  • scouting
  • abominating
  • scorning
  • forgetting
  • execrating
  • belittling
  • neglecting
  • disparaging
  • snubbing
  • abandoning
  • slighting
  • sniffing (at)
  • decrying
  • deprecating
  • writing off
  • putting down
  • high-hatting
  • bad-mouthing
  • crying down
  • kissing off
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3
as in understanding
to have a clear idea of I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • understanding
  • knowing
  • recognizing
  • deciphering
  • seeing
  • comprehending
  • grasping
  • realizing
  • perceiving
  • getting
  • discerning
  • sensing
  • assimilating
  • apprehending
  • conceiving
  • intuiting
  • seizing
  • making
  • beholding
  • digging
  • decoding
  • grokking
  • cognizing
  • catching
  • registering
  • twigging
  • savvying
  • absorbing
  • compassing
  • digesting
  • making out
  • fathoming
  • tumbling (to)
  • catching on (to)
  • picking up on
  • cottoning (to or on to)
  • penetrating
  • taking in
  • piercing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • missing
  • misconstruing
  • misinterpreting
  • mistaking
  • misreading
  • misunderstanding
  • misapprehending
  • misconceiving
  • misperceiving
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4
as in admiring
to think very highly or favorably of many great artists and musicians have not been appreciated in their own lifetimes

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • admiring
  • respecting
  • regarding
  • praising
  • loving
  • enjoying
  • liking
  • considering
  • loving
  • commending
  • valuing
  • esteeming
  • complimenting
  • applauding
  • revering
  • approving
  • venerating
  • relishing
  • reverencing
  • savoring
  • crediting
  • acclaiming
  • savouring
  • adoring
  • setting store on
  • favoring
  • fancying
  • idolizing
  • cherishing
  • worshiping
  • worshipping
  • treasuring
  • adulating
  • hallowing
  • accrediting
  • digging
  • canonizing
  • setting store by
  • deifying
  • prizing
  • revelling (in)
  • delighting (in)
  • grooving (on)
  • reveling (in)
  • drinking (in)
  • doting (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • hating
  • despising
  • detesting
  • abhorring
  • loathing
  • dismissing
  • disregarding
  • discounting
  • disliking
  • condemning
  • disdaining
  • deploring
  • abominating
  • disapproving
  • execrating
  • decrying
  • scorning
  • vilifying
  • frowning (on or upon)
  • disfavoring
  • discountenancing
  • kissing off
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