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
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.
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Joao Gomes, one of the few current players to escape the wrath of disgruntled supporters, lingered on the pitch after his team-mates had left following a brief, post-match lap of appreciation.
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 18 May 2026
His sincerity is real, his appreciation – for his fans, his band, his crew – is frequently spoken and his music is a continuous Choose Your Own Adventure game.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Despite my massive appreciation for the season, spring has a major drawback in my book—higher temperatures and humidity.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
This strategy allows investors to collect premium income while retaining a window for capital appreciation, a necessary feature when a stock exhibits the fundamental and technical strength currently seen in XOM.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 18 May 2026
His sincerity is real, his appreciation – for his fans, his band, his crew – is frequently spoken and his music is a continuous Choose Your Own Adventure game.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Despite my massive appreciation for the season, spring has a major drawback in my book—higher temperatures and humidity.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
This strategy allows investors to collect premium income while retaining a window for capital appreciation, a necessary feature when a stock exhibits the fundamental and technical strength currently seen in XOM.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for appreciation
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“Appreciation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appreciation. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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