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

Examples of appreciation in a Sentence

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

Cannabis can deepen your appreciation for the universe’s beauty, making this a peaceful way to end a day of fall adventures The Fresh Toast is a daily lifestyle platform with a side of cannabis. —Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024

Foreign currency gains were $14.5 million for the quarter, compared to $4.9 million in the previous year, driven by appreciation of the RMB against the U.S. dollar. —Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024

But after visiting this slice of high desert (and subsequently moving here), my appreciation and fondness for the Southwest’s geological diversity, and that of Sedona’s upper Sonoran Desert region has only deepened. —Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024

That comparison underscores the appreciation within Dinkytown over Garcia’s decision to remain with the Gophers. —Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see appreciate

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

Phrases Containing appreciation

• in appreciation of