as in admired
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1
as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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2
as in valued
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in respected
to think very highly or favorably of
many great artists and musicians have not been appreciated in their own lifetimes
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Recent Examples of appreciated
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
After all, your glutes can be the Hagrids or Ron Weasleys from Harry Potter of your body—often overlooked and under-appreciated.
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Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Chapman expressed gratefulness that skateboarding is now thriving and more widely appreciated.
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Sofia Montoya-Deck,
Baltimore Sun,
15 June 2026
Part slasher parody, part meta commentary on the structure of horror movies, and fully riotous, Behind the Mask is a dreadfully under-appreciated contribution to the subgenre that would have made for a terrific franchise.
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Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 June 2026
While their generosity was much appreciated, the horses didn't stop there.
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Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
Zaire Franklin wasn’t playing and didn’t feel appreciated.
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Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Being fully present is one of the easiest ways to make others feel valued, and your host feel appreciated.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
3 June 2026
The Red Sea is one of the planet’s most extraordinary—and extraordinarily under-appreciated— marine ecosystems.
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Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
But even Bassitt, watching the montage of his greatest Jays moments, appreciated the memories.
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Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Edible, usable, and consumable items are always appreciated.
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Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
28 June 2026
Our expert reviewer, Tim Gideon, found the on-ear push-button controls simple to use and appreciated the option to customize long presses.
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Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Analysts issued a $300 price target on Honeywell Aerospace's shares, saying that the company's aerospace and defense business is under-appreciated.
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Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
The pockets are always appreciated, while the side slits add movement and breathability on warm days.
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Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Yet Wall Street hasn’t appreciated that for quite a long time.
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Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Adjective
And truly appreciated songwriters.
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Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
After all, your glutes can be the Hagrids or Ron Weasleys from Harry Potter of your body—often overlooked and under-appreciated.
—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Chapman expressed gratefulness that skateboarding is now thriving and more widely appreciated.
—
Sofia Montoya-Deck,
Baltimore Sun,
15 June 2026
Part slasher parody, part meta commentary on the structure of horror movies, and fully riotous, Behind the Mask is a dreadfully under-appreciated contribution to the subgenre that would have made for a terrific franchise.
—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 June 2026
While their generosity was much appreciated, the horses didn't stop there.
—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
Zaire Franklin wasn’t playing and didn’t feel appreciated.
—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Being fully present is one of the easiest ways to make others feel valued, and your host feel appreciated.
—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
3 June 2026
The Red Sea is one of the planet’s most extraordinary—and extraordinarily under-appreciated— marine ecosystems.
—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Verb
For the Angels, that steady presence has been appreciated during a turbulent season that includes the team firing general manager Perry Minasian and replacing him with interim GM John Mozeliak, as well as another injury absence for Mike Trout.
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Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
But even Bassitt, watching the montage of his greatest Jays moments, appreciated the memories.
—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Edible, usable, and consumable items are always appreciated.
—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
28 June 2026
Our expert reviewer, Tim Gideon, found the on-ear push-button controls simple to use and appreciated the option to customize long presses.
—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Analysts issued a $300 price target on Honeywell Aerospace's shares, saying that the company's aerospace and defense business is under-appreciated.
—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
The pockets are always appreciated, while the side slits add movement and breathability on warm days.
—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Yet Wall Street hasn’t appreciated that for quite a long time.
—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciated
Adjective
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A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party.
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Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.
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Through 2025, the application backlog increased, leaving it 48% higher than at the end of former President Joe Biden’s term.
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The bank said last week's hawkish Federal Open Market Committee meeting has increased uncertainty over the outlook for short-term interest rates, even as lower oil prices have eased concerns about an economic downturn.
Verb
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Having a seat at the table matters, but true inclusion means being listened to and valued in the conversations that shape our future.
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These crucial soft skills, highly valued by employers, are cultivated through real-world experience rather than academic transcripts.
Verb
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Many of us have long understood that putting your country’s main creative engine inside a techno-dominant machine was probably never going to end well for creativity.
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For reasons that aren't yet fully understood, the results sometimes differ from previous events.
Verb
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He was respected throughout the locker room.
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At first, officials respected his religious practice.
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More than six decades on, Patrice Lumumba remains one of the most revered figures in Congolese history.
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In his more than 18 years as head of the Federal Reserve, Greenspan became one of the most revered public figures around the globe.
Verb
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Revenue at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, rose to $77 million from roughly $50 million in 2024, the filing shows.
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But under the new system, average premiums rose — pushing more people to drop coverage.
Verb
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It’s also loved for its rustic appearance, crisp crust, airy interior and potential nutritional benefits, including being easier to digest than many other types of bread.
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One example from the book that illustrates Perel’s tough-love approach was a couple who loved to cuddle, wearing comfortable clothes such as flannel nightgowns to unwind.
Cite this Entry
“Appreciated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciated. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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