1
as in admiration
a feeling of great approval and liking
my appreciation of her great contributions to women's sports
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2
as in gratitude
acknowledgment of having received something good from another
if you can do that, you'll have our heartfelt appreciation
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as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a course intended to give students an appreciation of abstract art
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Recent Examples of appreciation
The exhibition emphasizes how in an increasingly digital world, creating by hand has taken on a new appreciation.
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
Your portrayal of Naema’s ambivalence, her pride, her shame at being unable to use her medical degree and skills in this new country, her anger at Jimmy and also her appreciation of his saving her life, and her son and mother-in-law, is masterful.
—Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026
Liverpool’s long-serving No 1 was showing his appreciation for an outstanding save from the club’s third-choice goalkeeper to deny Jean-Philippe Mateta.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Staveley hopes to support greater awareness of that connection and a deeper appreciation for the work involved in bringing food from the ground to everyday life.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
Your portrayal of Naema’s ambivalence, her pride, her shame at being unable to use her medical degree and skills in this new country, her anger at Jimmy and also her appreciation of his saving her life, and her son and mother-in-law, is masterful.
—Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026
Liverpool’s long-serving No 1 was showing his appreciation for an outstanding save from the club’s third-choice goalkeeper to deny Jean-Philippe Mateta.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Staveley hopes to support greater awareness of that connection and a deeper appreciation for the work involved in bringing food from the ground to everyday life.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciation
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While the song marks the first collaboration between Gaga and Doechii, both have expressed admiration for the other.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2026
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In her opening remarks onstage at the Academy of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, Carson expressed her deep admiration for those who work to make movies come to life.—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Spurs managed to hold onto their advantage this time, and owe a huge amount of gratitude to Antonin Kinsky who tipped Joao Gomes’ free-kick over the bar.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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With last week’s cancellation of Gen V, Jaz Sinclair has shared her gratitude for the fans and her experience on the show.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
26 Apr. 2026
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These investments aren’t driven by the altruistic goal of ocean conservation—but this work still enables a better understanding of the ocean, perhaps assisting conservation as a positive side-effect.—
Natalie Sum Yue Chung,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
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The work foregrounds a preoccupation with light that has shaped Pau’s understanding of the medium from the outset.—
Pauline J. Yao,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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Though an unabashedly liberal Democrat, Hart commanded respect from lawmakers of both parties for his intellect, decency and grit.—
John T. Shaw,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Her growing respect and affection for Valerie has been one of the season’s bright spots, particularly with Mickey gone.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
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The push and pull of the entertainment industry’s alternating (and/or simultaneous) love and hate for Swift has been a recurring motivator across her storied career, but her conversation with the Times emphasizes how equally damaging that love-bombing has been for her psyche and perception of self.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2026
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Each appointment chips away at the credibility of international institutions, reinforcing the perception that political deal-making outweighs basic standards of conduct.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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In this regard, strategic collaboration through an enterprise partnership can help expand the capabilities of both businesses, resulting in win-win solutions for everyone involved.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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While the char siu and pork belly draw plenty of attention — as well as regular lines out the door — her panang curry merits equal regard.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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“Appreciation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciation. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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