appreciation
noun
ap·pre·ci·a·tion ə-ˌprē-shē-ˈā-shən 
-ˌpri-,
also -ˌprē-sē-
1
a
: a feeling or expression of admiration, approval, or gratitude
I want to express my appreciation for all you've done.
a small token of our appreciation
b
: judgment, evaluation
especially : a favorable critical estimate
c
: sensitive awareness
especially : recognition of aesthetic values
a class in music appreciation
2
: increase in value
Synonyms
- account
- admiration
- esteem
- estimation
- favor
- regard
- respect
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Example Sentences
You've been so generous, and I'd like to show my appreciation by cooking a meal for you. She's shown little appreciation for the effort you've made. I'm not sure you have an appreciation of the complexity of the situation. I've gained an appreciation for the skills involved in the game.
Recent Examples on the Web Kenneth Johnston of West Philadelphia always had a deep appreciation for Harriet Tubman and her work of freeing enslaved Black people. 
Claretta Bellamy, NBC News, 12 Sep. 2022 Both Ehart and Hanks said missing the 2021 campaigns gave them a greater appreciation for the game. Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 9 Sep. 2022 Raised by a Cuban father and a Japanese-American mother in a place that’s known for both raw beauty and splashy diversions, Rodriguez has gained a certain appreciation for juxtapositions. Christina Pérez, ELLE, 7 Sep. 2022 The garment’s renaissance springs from a newfound appreciation for its simplicity, wearability and cool factor. Sarah Adams, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 By the ninth inning, Ashcraft's teammates showed their appreciation with their comeback win. Bobby Nightengale, USA TODAY, 13 July 2022 Festivals notice who support their efforts to create a memorable event and are keener to help those who actively participated over those who showed less appreciation for the proceedings. Jonathan Martin, Rolling Stone, 15 June 2022 The night’s attendees also showed an appreciation for the less glitzy fashion of the Gilded Age. Frances Solá-santiago, refinery29.com, 5 May 2022 With her first Met Gala appearance last year, Kaia Gerber showed us her appreciation for an archival throwback. Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 May 2022 See More
Claretta Bellamy, NBC News, 12 Sep. 2022 Both Ehart and Hanks said missing the 2021 campaigns gave them a greater appreciation for the game. Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 9 Sep. 2022 Raised by a Cuban father and a Japanese-American mother in a place that’s known for both raw beauty and splashy diversions, Rodriguez has gained a certain appreciation for juxtapositions. Christina Pérez, ELLE, 7 Sep. 2022 The garment’s renaissance springs from a newfound appreciation for its simplicity, wearability and cool factor. Sarah Adams, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 By the ninth inning, Ashcraft's teammates showed their appreciation with their comeback win. Bobby Nightengale, USA TODAY, 13 July 2022 Festivals notice who support their efforts to create a memorable event and are keener to help those who actively participated over those who showed less appreciation for the proceedings. Jonathan Martin, Rolling Stone, 15 June 2022 The night’s attendees also showed an appreciation for the less glitzy fashion of the Gilded Age. Frances Solá-santiago, refinery29.com, 5 May 2022 With her first Met Gala appearance last year, Kaia Gerber showed us her appreciation for an archival throwback. Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 May 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
see appreciate
First Known Use
1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1b
Phrases Containing appreciation
Kids Definition
appreciation
noun
ap·pre·ci·a·tion ə-ˌprē-shē-ˈā-shən
1
: a feeling of being grateful
Let me express my appreciation for your help.
2
: awareness or understanding of worth or value
She studied art appreciation.
3
: a rise in value
appreciation
noun
1
as in admiration
a feeling of great approval and liking my appreciation of her great contributions to women's sports Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- admiration
- respect
- regard
- praise
- adoration
- esteem
- reverence
- affection
- interest
- enthusiasm
- estimation
- love
- favor
- enjoyment
- fondness
- deference
- honor
- approbation
- taste
- preference
- awe
- wonderment
- account
- like
- adulation
- delight
- infatuation
- amazement
- use
- homage
- appetite
- relish
- worship
- veneration
- devotion
- partiality
- wonder
- acclamation
- props
- passion
- fancy
- prejudice
- shine
- idolatry
- bias
- passion
- attachment
- lionization
- hero worship
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- disdain
- disapproval
- condemnation
- contempt
- disappointment
- scorn
- distaste
- discontent
- disgust
- indignation
- disregard
- displeasure
- hatred
- disillusionment
- unhappiness
- dislike
- disenchantment
- revulsion
- aversion
- disfavor
- loathing
- repugnance
- hate
- repulsion
- dissatisfaction
- antipathy
- disinclination
- nausea
- opprobrium
- displeasure
- disgruntlement
- disliking
- disfavor
- detestation
- abomination
- deprecation
2
as in gratitude
acknowledgment of having received something good from another if you can do that, you'll have our heartfelt appreciation Synonyms & Similar Words
- gratitude
- thanks
- appreciativeness
- thankfulness
- gratefulness
- acknowledgment
- acknowledgement
- satisfaction
- recognition
- indebtedness
- gratification
- thanksgiving
- tribute
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- ingratitude
- ungratefulness
- unappreciation
- thanklessness
3
as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something a course intended to give students an appreciation of abstract art Synonyms & Similar Words
- understanding
- perception
- comprehension
- grasp
- awareness
- apprehension
- grip
- absorption
- percipience
- hold
- uptake
- realization
- assimilation
- digestion
- conception
- consciousness
- enlightenment
- visualization
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- incomprehension
- misunderstanding
- misperception
- misinterpretation
- miscomprehension
- noncomprehension
- misapprehension