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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3
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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4
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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as in admired
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Recent Examples of appreciated
Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
Tazewell, Virginia The beauty of Southwest Virginia is best appreciated from a porch, as evidenced by the architectural features of and views from the Litz Mansion in Tazewell.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
This is not universally appreciated.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
These gifts were very much appreciated by the foster teens and this caring event reminded the foster teens that many people do care about them.
—Dawn Giangiulio, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2025
Some argue the practice is riding on the coattails of Canada’s historical ties to countries such as the Netherlands, which was liberated by Canadian troops during World War II and where Canadians are particularly appreciated.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
According to Culture Amp mid-2025 benchmarks, employees’ sense of being seen, appreciated, and feeling proud of their work is declining.
—Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Your prayers have been felt and so appreciated.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Forever loved and deeply appreciated.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Josephine appreciated its open layout.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 4 Oct. 2025
Another parent appreciated the variety, though wished for clearer instructions or a pause button since the cube’s speaker could be hard to hear over excited kids.
—Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Of course, not everyone appreciated Thugger’s vision.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Residents appreciated the attention and Buttigieg's promise to bring their concerns to Washington.
—Maia Rosenfeld, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
Gratuities are usually included, but recognizing exceptional service with a few extra dollars is always appreciated.
—Elliott Harrell, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
Boogie Nights is, like so many of Anderson’s films, about loss and the feeling that the good times are slipping away before they can even be appreciated.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
Not every car is appreciated in its day.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
Despite this lengthy effort to establish Thrice’s bona fides, there remains a feeling that the band is overlooked or under-appreciated.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
Tazewell, Virginia The beauty of Southwest Virginia is best appreciated from a porch, as evidenced by the architectural features of and views from the Litz Mansion in Tazewell.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
This is not universally appreciated.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
These gifts were very much appreciated by the foster teens and this caring event reminded the foster teens that many people do care about them.
—Dawn Giangiulio, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2025
Some argue the practice is riding on the coattails of Canada’s historical ties to countries such as the Netherlands, which was liberated by Canadian troops during World War II and where Canadians are particularly appreciated.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
According to Culture Amp mid-2025 benchmarks, employees’ sense of being seen, appreciated, and feeling proud of their work is declining.
—Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Your prayers have been felt and so appreciated.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Forever loved and deeply appreciated.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Still, from the back end of the secondary, Byard, the 10th-year safety and team captain, appreciated a player investing daily to better himself.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Josephine appreciated its open layout.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 4 Oct. 2025
Another parent appreciated the variety, though wished for clearer instructions or a pause button since the cube’s speaker could be hard to hear over excited kids.
—Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Of course, not everyone appreciated Thugger’s vision.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Residents appreciated the attention and Buttigieg's promise to bring their concerns to Washington.
—Maia Rosenfeld, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
Gratuities are usually included, but recognizing exceptional service with a few extra dollars is always appreciated.
—Elliott Harrell, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
Boogie Nights is, like so many of Anderson’s films, about loss and the feeling that the good times are slipping away before they can even be appreciated.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
Not every car is appreciated in its day.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciated
Verb
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In recent years the amount of screen time at school has increased as students and teachers transition to digital learning.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
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What To Know OpenMinds said that Russia had increased its contract military recruitment in 2025, with a 40 percent year-on-year increase in social media ads, especially on the social network VK, during the first half of 2025.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The purchase price wasn’t disclosed, but Arduino was valued at $160 million a couple of years ago—practically an impulse buy for a Fortune 500 company.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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Another is PageGroup, valued at £769 million, which works across professions including accountancy and law.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Laughter from the crowd breaks the tension of what could have been understood as metaphor for Netanyahu’s actions.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Jane Goodall and her friend saw strangers in a jungle, reached out their hands, and began a friendship that changed how humans understood our place in the world.—
Scott Simon,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The idea was greatly accepted, admired, and encouraged by all the residents in the camp.—
Ikram Talaat Ahmed,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
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John was greatly admired by all and will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all those who met, knew and worked with him.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The names were common, but for good reason, as the Hasmonean priestly family was so revered.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Sep. 2025
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Gus Van Sant, the revered director of films such as Good Will Hunting and Milk, will be honored later this fall with the Precious Gem Award at the Miami Film Festival GEMS event.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This set of seven makeup brushes comes in a leather case with a shiny rose gold finish.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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When the sun rose on the 17th, it was revealed that the colonists—possibly out of a last-minute change of plans, possibly out of moonlit confusion—had built a rough defensive fort on the other hill, Breed’s Hill.—
Caity Weaver,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The former first lady loved her pearl jewelry, and regularly paired the pieces with Chanel suits, shift dresses and evening gowns.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
6 Oct. 2025
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For anyone who’s loved the brand’s beds, this pillow offers a more compact (but no less luxurious) way to bring Tempur-Pedic’s signature comfort into your nightly routine.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Then one day, the teacher asked if anyone knew about the Holocaust.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The parents of Krysta Tsukahara allege that the company that helped Elon Musk become the world’s richest man knew about the flaw for years and could have moved fast to fix the problem but did not, leaving the 19-year-old arts student trapped amid flames and smoke that eventually killed her.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Appreciated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciated. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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