appreciation
playDefinition of appreciation
1a : 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 appreciationb : judgment, evaluation; especially : a favorable critical estimatec : sensitive awareness; especially : recognition of aesthetic values a class in music appreciation
2 : increase in value
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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 of appreciation from the Web
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To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, with appreciation and highest esteem, John F. Kennedy.
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But more importantly, deep appreciation from me for going all in when no one cared about our game.
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Nevertheless, by and large, the scientists have an enormous confidence in the ingenuity of humans — a confidence perhaps bolstered by their appreciation for climate change, which is, after all, a human invention, too.
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CHICAGO AT HEART A Chicago boy with an appreciation for country music, Smrz's personal touches are what define his space.
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But the Trump administration has signaled an appreciation for the virtues of monopolies, appointing a former lobbyist with an affinity for big business as the Justice Department’s head of antitrust enforcement.
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Most countries have taken steps to reduce foreign debt, making their economies less exposed should a sharp appreciation in the U.S. dollar inflate the cost of repaying loans.
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Was a mutual appreciation of each other's martial arts skills part of what drew you together?
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Chick-fil-A is giving away free entrees next month for its annual Cow Appreciation Day, now in its 13th year and meant to serve as a day-long customer appreciation event.
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Origin and Etymology of appreciation
see appreciate
Financial Definition of APPRECIATION
appreciation
What It Is
Appreciation is an increase in the value of an investment.
How It Works
Let's assume you purchased one share of Company XYZ stock for $5. If that share's value increased to $7, the investment has appreciated by $2.
Note that even though the investment has appreciated by $2, you will not benefit unless you sell the stock and put $7 back in your pocket. If you do not sell, the appreciation is often referred to as “paper profit.”
Why It Matters
Appreciation is the end goal for most investors. It is the founding principle upon which nearly every investment strategy rests. However, to realize the benefits of appreciation, the investment asset must be sold. This is generally considered a taxable event, meaning taxes will be due on some or all of the gains.
APPRECIATION Defined for English Language Learners
appreciation
playDefinition of appreciation for English Language Learners
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: a feeling of being grateful for something
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: an ability to understand the worth, quality, or importance of something : an ability to appreciate something
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: full awareness or understanding of something
APPRECIATION Defined for Kids
appreciation
playDefinition of appreciation for Students
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
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