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- pronunciation:
pri
shi
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shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
understanding of the value of something given and an accompanying feeling of thankfulness.
She bought her secretary some flowers to show her appreciation.I felt great appreciation for their efforts on my behalf.He sent a thank-you card to express his appreciation for the gift.- synonyms:
- acknowledgment, gratefulness, gratitude, thanks
- antonyms:
- ingratitude
- similar words:
- thanksgiving
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| definition 2: |
belief in the value and fineness of something; esteem.
Because of her deep appreciation of fine art, she is a frequent visitor to the museums.- synonyms:
- esteem
- similar words:
- admiration, respect
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| definition 3: |
understanding or apprehension.
Her appreciation of the extent of the problem was evident in the breadth of her proposed solutions.- synonyms:
- apprehension, understanding
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| definition 4: |
the act of judging worth or quality, or the capacity for so judging.
We were all happy for his appreciation of the wine as we had no idea of its quality.- synonyms:
- appraisal, discernment, evaluation
- similar words:
- assessment, credit, estimation, knowledge, sensibility, understanding, wisdom
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| definition 5: |
a rise in monetary value.
The appreciation of the stocks was expected.- similar words:
- increase, pain
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| related words: |
gratitude, kudos, margin |
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