appreciative

adjective

ap·​pre·​cia·​tive ə-ˈprē-shə-tiv  -ˈpri- 

 also  -ˈprē-shē-ˌā-

: having or showing appreciation

an appreciative audience

was appreciative of his good luck

appreciatively adverb

appreciativeness noun

Synonyms

• admiring
• applauding
• approbatory
• approving
• commendatory
• complimentary
• favorable
• friendly
• good
• positive

Examples of appreciative in a Sentence

his latest novel has received a number of appreciative reviews

very appreciative after we helped him change his flat tire

Recent Examples on the Web

Alike in prehistoric, ancient and medieval times--in peace and in war--high civilizations and… Malta: an Account and an Appreciation A former Lieutenant-Governor of the island has written a pleasant and informative book, part history, part travel guide, but wholly appreciative. —A. S. V. S., Foreign Affairs, 10 June 2024

Letters from schoolchildren and other appreciative community members were distributed to the vets. —Penny E Schwartz, Orange County Register, 3 June 2024

Drive it around for a day and bask in the appreciative looks from your fellow drivers and in the sheer fun of driving it, and just keep your mouth shut about what’s under the hood. —Hannah Elliott, Fortune Europe, 26 May 2024

Palumbo was appreciative of the timely performance. —Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1698, in the meaning defined above