1
as in positive
expressing approval
his latest novel has received a number of appreciative reviews
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2
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
very appreciative after we helped him change his flat tire
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Recent Examples of appreciative
In an appreciative statement posted Wednesday on social media—also an increasingly rare gesture in the midst of a coaching split—Hurley thanked Arizona State president Michael Crow and the school’s board of regents.
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 Mar. 2026
In fact, at least for myself, some of the most satisfying movie cries are about feeling appreciative, not sad.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Unlike music, with its endless exploitation and reproduction, his weaving creations only reach as far as their threads, and they’re shared with intention between appreciative community members.
—Hazlitt, 11 Mar. 2026
If your child accomplished something great, here's how to offer praise while keeping them humble, modest, and appreciative.
—Wayne Parker, Parents, 8 Mar. 2026
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 Mar. 2026
In fact, at least for myself, some of the most satisfying movie cries are about feeling appreciative, not sad.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Unlike music, with its endless exploitation and reproduction, his weaving creations only reach as far as their threads, and they’re shared with intention between appreciative community members.
—Hazlitt, 11 Mar. 2026
If your child accomplished something great, here's how to offer praise while keeping them humble, modest, and appreciative.
—Wayne Parker, Parents, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciative
Adjective
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The Heat starting unit’s only positive minutes on Friday came to begin the third quarter when the Cavaliers were already ahead by more than 30 points.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Coleman ran track, played basketball and football, and was known for his humor and positive outlook.—
Adi Guajardo,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Dante Sealy put a dangerous corner into the box, then SKC keeper John Pulskamp unconvincingly parried it off the crossbar and down to a thankful Frederick, who cleaned up for an easy one.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
22 Mar. 2026
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As the community slowly returns to normal, everyone here is thankful that nobody was hurt.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Under this view, multimillionaires and billionaires could easily afford to relocate to more favorable tax jurisdictions, depriving governments of revenue.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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If winds increase in the afternoon, conditions could approach Red Flag criteria, meaning weather conditions are favorable for fires to start easily and spread fast.—
Robert A. Cronkleton
March 26,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Zeder said in a statement the board is grateful for Jaber’s service.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Very grateful to have called him a good friend.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Another newcomer, closer Pete Fairbanks, the Marlins’ $13 million free-agent splurge, finished the game in good fashion.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Mar. 2026
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A level head will be your best asset.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appreciative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciative. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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