1
as in positive
expressing approval
his latest novel has received a number of appreciative reviews
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2
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
very appreciative after we helped him change his flat tire
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Recent Examples of appreciative
While reflecting on his experience in the popular horror franchise with his role in Bloodline, Scott was still appreciative of the opportunity early in his acting career.
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Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 3 May 2026
His family had French roots and were deeply appreciative of good food and the ritual of eating.
—Emily Bloch, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
His appreciative boss gave him the rest of the day off.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Yes, the players are all appreciative that they were selected.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for appreciative
Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 3 May 2026
His family had French roots and were deeply appreciative of good food and the ritual of eating.
—Emily Bloch, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
His appreciative boss gave him the rest of the day off.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Yes, the players are all appreciative that they were selected.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for appreciative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciative
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Asian markets climbed, led by Japan's Nikkei , while major bourses in Europe are also set for a positive end to the trading week.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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If patients test positive, the app provides information on booking follow-up care appointments.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
22 May 2026
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From Elon Musk to Jay-Z, these members of the Forbes list have an extra reason to be thankful for this Mother’s Day.—
Gigi Zamora,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Faith and a little bit of luck left one teenager thankful after a violent crash earlier this week caused her car to split in half.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Some time later, a colleague convinced him to rein in his gland reductions, arguing that the glands could instead be moved into a more favorable position by adjusting the platysma using a specific technique.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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The lawsuit argues that allowing such a transfer could create incentives for states to enrich a president in hopes of favorable federal treatment.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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His compassion was on display in the summer of 1999, in the neonatal unit where Ted worked, when two grateful new parents connected him to the job of a lifetime.—
Erin Moriarty,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Talking with Netflix Tudum, Carano, a pioneer in women’s MMA fighting, said Rousey is grateful for the opportunity to square off against her in the match.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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But there was much more good than bad for Cole, whose velocity, efficiency and fortitude all stood out.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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There are other commendations that could be thrown on, like how this might be McCartney’s best album of the 21st century.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appreciative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciative. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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