1
as in increasing
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 valuing
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in admiring
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 appreciating
Additionally, domain names are appreciating assets, and their value tends to grow over time, especially in relation to emerging industries or trending phrases.
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Michael Gargiulo, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This decision transforms monthly rent payments into an appreciating asset that can outlast the business itself.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
Bathth Hanging Bird Feeder and Bath With this bird feeder and bath set, you’re bound to spend a lot more time appreciating nature and less time scrolling on your phone.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Despite this positioning as a one-stop shop for medical devices, Medtronic's stock price has stagnated – appreciating just 15% over the past decade and down 8% in the last five years.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 23 Aug. 2025
Season two’s trailer (below) shows Meghan learning from experts and warmly appreciating the efforts of others.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2025
In the meantime, though, let’s at least continue to voice our support for making Aunt Gladys more than just a meme by appreciating the high-wire act at her core — finally giving Madigan her due in the process.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2025
Now, more and more people are making a case for appreciating those once-vexing clovers.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
These final games are about Crosby and appreciating the consistent dominance, the longevity.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Michael Gargiulo, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This decision transforms monthly rent payments into an appreciating asset that can outlast the business itself.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
Bathth Hanging Bird Feeder and Bath With this bird feeder and bath set, you’re bound to spend a lot more time appreciating nature and less time scrolling on your phone.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Despite this positioning as a one-stop shop for medical devices, Medtronic's stock price has stagnated – appreciating just 15% over the past decade and down 8% in the last five years.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 23 Aug. 2025
Season two’s trailer (below) shows Meghan learning from experts and warmly appreciating the efforts of others.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2025
In the meantime, though, let’s at least continue to voice our support for making Aunt Gladys more than just a meme by appreciating the high-wire act at her core — finally giving Madigan her due in the process.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2025
Now, more and more people are making a case for appreciating those once-vexing clovers.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
These final games are about Crosby and appreciating the consistent dominance, the longevity.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciating
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The materials also mold to your feet over time, increasing their comfort and personalizing their fit.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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In Platte County, population growth also contributes to the increasing demand for real estate.—
Madeline King,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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Insurers increasingly focus on valuing and protecting intangibles—intellectual property, data, brand IP—rather than physical assets.—
Leslie Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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That followed a $100 million round led by Tiger Global Management with and investors including Jeffrey Katzenberg’s WndrCo and Andreessen Horowitz, valuing the company at $1 billion.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
28 Aug. 2025
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Shades of brown everything is a big color trend for fall, which means knowing how to style brown boots with black has become a necessary skill.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
5 Sep. 2025
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The city's restaurants, cafés, and bars reflect the diversity of Chicago's neighborhoods, and knowing where to stay is the key to having convenient access to the best spots.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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One of Lynne’s favorite stories is how their grandson took to admiring cars when their daughter’s family came to live with them during the pandemic.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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The two shared a musical bond through SoundCloud, where both had been posting — and admiring — each other’s music.—
Michele Amabile Angermiller,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Macron alone cannot be blamed for the rising far-right, which is on the march across the West.—
Cole Stangler,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Older adults must factor in rising costs for Medicare Part B premiums, which would be announced later in 2025.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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In July, a judge said Decarlos Brown might not be mentally capable of understanding previous charges against him.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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With a background in psychology, intercultural studies, and past work for a professional study abroad agency, Stephens is an endless resource for understanding the cultural variations that come with immigrating to new places globally.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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Gil Pinto thanked Araghchi for Tehran's support and emphasized the importance of respecting Venezuela's sovereignty.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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In the meantime, the professional monetary class could get serious about respecting the pointer from Montesquieu.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Global interest in the technology is accelerating as Italy has approved a demo line between Venice and Padua.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
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Access to these solutions will enable Komatsu to optimize safety and energy efficiency, while increasing overall productivity, accelerating product development, and enabling large-scale decarbonization.—
Richard Bishop,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Appreciating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciating. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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