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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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
Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 1 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
Gadgets are much appreciated for this dad, including tongs, spatulas, choppers, and cleaning tools that are friendly to the griddle surface, along with dome covers for melting cheeses, burger presses, and squeeze bottles for theatre.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Style it with a matching navy top for a streamlined look, complete with much-appreciated pockets.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
Structured learning about areas of current work is appreciated but sit-and-get workshops on topics that are not connected to felt needs are viewed as a poor use of scarce time.
—Linda Darling-Hammond, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
It’s been so amazing and so appreciated.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
One of the most appreciated parts of TRI-RAIL’s current event service is its flexibility and communication with riders.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Especially early in its career, Hum was dreadfully misclassified as just another soft-to-loud/Smashing Pumpkins and Nirvana wannabe, and remained criminally under-appreciated for its heavy/stoner-friendly Midwestern shoegaze vibes long after its breakup.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 16 May 2026
R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
There’s shift happening in vacationing where slower routines are appreciated and schedules are not packed with events.
—Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
Matters of love and romance take on a more playful note, and creativity gets a boost as there could be a stronger desire to be seen, celebrated and appreciated.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Adele appreciated the effort and felt compassion for him, also guilt for being more talented.
—Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Others voiced their disappointment over his word choice, but appreciated his transparency on the issue.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 26 May 2026
The Royals certainly appreciated it.
—Jaylon Thompson
may 24, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026
But over the years it’s been widely appreciated by a lot of the Yes fan base.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 24 May 2026
And while a warm thank-you at the door is always appreciated, going one step further can make all the difference.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
Adjective
While modern-day hosts don’t explicitly expect guests to bring a gift, it's still largely considered a polite and appreciated gesture.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 1 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
Gadgets are much appreciated for this dad, including tongs, spatulas, choppers, and cleaning tools that are friendly to the griddle surface, along with dome covers for melting cheeses, burger presses, and squeeze bottles for theatre.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Style it with a matching navy top for a streamlined look, complete with much-appreciated pockets.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
Structured learning about areas of current work is appreciated but sit-and-get workshops on topics that are not connected to felt needs are viewed as a poor use of scarce time.
—Linda Darling-Hammond, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
It’s been so amazing and so appreciated.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
One of the most appreciated parts of TRI-RAIL’s current event service is its flexibility and communication with riders.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Especially early in its career, Hum was dreadfully misclassified as just another soft-to-loud/Smashing Pumpkins and Nirvana wannabe, and remained criminally under-appreciated for its heavy/stoner-friendly Midwestern shoegaze vibes long after its breakup.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 16 May 2026
Verb
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
There’s shift happening in vacationing where slower routines are appreciated and schedules are not packed with events.
—Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
Matters of love and romance take on a more playful note, and creativity gets a boost as there could be a stronger desire to be seen, celebrated and appreciated.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Adele appreciated the effort and felt compassion for him, also guilt for being more talented.
—Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Others voiced their disappointment over his word choice, but appreciated his transparency on the issue.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 26 May 2026
The Royals certainly appreciated it.
—Jaylon Thompson
may 24, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026
But over the years it’s been widely appreciated by a lot of the Yes fan base.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 24 May 2026
And while a warm thank-you at the door is always appreciated, going one step further can make all the difference.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 22 May 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.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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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.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Ghirri’s oversize Polaroids, which increased the usual scale of his modest images to roughly tabloid size, were mounted on hefty support columns clad in coir, a jute-like material used for doormats, obviously intended to thwart any suggestion of monumentality.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Local leaders in Greeley say demand for power has increased significantly in recent decades.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
Verb
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The deal was reportedly valued at over $1 billion and involved a mix of cash and stock.—
Amelia Lucas,Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
7 June 2026
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Investigation traced equipment to officer's home According to the criminal complaint, the journalist suffered an injury while working at the protest and dropped a camera bag containing cameras and other equipment valued at roughly $10,000.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Everybody has an accent, including you, and depending on who’s listening, a person may not be understood.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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These have yielded Crave comedy Slo Pitch from Page Boy, while more details from the series coming from Seth Rogen’s Point Great via its deal with Lionsgate are understood to be coming soon.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
Verb
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They’re respected, respected by the people that have to respect them.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
7 June 2026
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The Raos were respected in Oak Grove and elsewhere.—
Thomas Lake,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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On the bench is the revered Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
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The Kumus of Kaua’i A kumu is a revered guide or teacher.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Guests arrive at breakfast in white linen shirts and silver Havanas and hang out by the pool drinking bottles of Provencal rose rather than piña coladas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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But her star rose and that joyful, beautiful, rather guileless young woman trying to stay cool in a hot city summer lives forever.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Among the early arrivals was Lady Natasha Rufus Isaacs, co-founder of Beulah London, a label loved by Harriet and the Princess of Wales, and her husband, Rupert Finch, who was linked to Kate Middleton in her pre-royal days.—
Stephanie Bridger-Linning,
Vanity Fair,
6 June 2026
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Among the first to take their seats were Lady Natasha Rufus Isaacs, co-founder of Beulah London, a label loved by Sperling and the Princess of Wales, and her husband, Rupert Finch, who was linked to Kate Middleton in her pre-royal days.—
Stephanie Bridger-Linning,
Glamour,
6 June 2026
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“Appreciated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciated. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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