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
Win or lose, Winfrey is appreciative of the chance the Cowboys have provided.
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Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2025
Marnie Cooke, a spokesperson for Noblesville Schools, said in a statement that the district was appreciative of the ruling.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 20 Aug. 2025
More than 1 million people watched the interview live, many commenting later on how real these two famous people are, appreciative of a rare glimpse into their personal lives.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
Maye is appreciative of Vrabel’s efforts.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
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Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2025
Marnie Cooke, a spokesperson for Noblesville Schools, said in a statement that the district was appreciative of the ruling.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 20 Aug. 2025
More than 1 million people watched the interview live, many commenting later on how real these two famous people are, appreciative of a rare glimpse into their personal lives.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
Maye is appreciative of Vrabel’s efforts.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for appreciative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciative
Adjective
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Chelsea have also provided necessary cover for Marc Cucurella by acquiring Jorrel Hato from Ajax, and believe attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte can make a positive contribution following his loan move from Brighton & Hove Albion.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ava Cavallini, 12th grade, Stewart County High School Ava has served as a positive role model to all underclassmen through her time in Career and Technical Education at Stewart County High School.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Auggie certainly seemed thankful for her plush bed and soft blanket.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Millions of people worldwide have reason to be thankful that Swedish engineer Rune Elmqvist decided not to practice medicine.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In the east, crews continued to build line between Wiseman Springs and Rancheria Creek, engaging the fire directly along its active edge where favorable.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Environmental conditions are favorable for development of this system, currently labeled as Invest 91L, and a tropical depression is likely to form over the weekend or early next week as the system moves slowly westward across the central tropical Atlantic.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Much of the education is informal, with skilled employees teaching the apprentices, who are truly grateful for the opportunity to work and learn.—
Andy Tonsing,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Forever grateful for the support.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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All of the cats who tested this litter adjusted to it quickly and easily — some even had a little play date in their box, kicking and scratching, which is a good sign!—
Kayla Blanton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Leisure’s best new hotels of 2021, Wander the Resort offers 10 luxurious glass-and-timber cabins along the quiet northern shores of West Lake.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Appreciative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciative. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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