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
Grohl described the conversation as direct and appreciative.
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 22 Feb. 2026
During his very first talk show appearance onThe Ellen Show that same year, Dane joked about the famous scene and the use of double-stick tape to an audience of screaming women, clearly enjoying the crowd's appreciative mewls and hollers.
—Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Feb. 2026
San Jose Jazz has turned the appreciative head nod into a major initiative with the New Works Festival, a concert series showcasing artists who’ve received commissions from the organization.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2026
In her sleeveless silver jumpsuit, Duff – who is also a mom of four – was visibly appreciative of the crowd reception blasted her direction.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 15 Feb. 2026
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 22 Feb. 2026
During his very first talk show appearance onThe Ellen Show that same year, Dane joked about the famous scene and the use of double-stick tape to an audience of screaming women, clearly enjoying the crowd's appreciative mewls and hollers.
—Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Feb. 2026
San Jose Jazz has turned the appreciative head nod into a major initiative with the New Works Festival, a concert series showcasing artists who’ve received commissions from the organization.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2026
In her sleeveless silver jumpsuit, Duff – who is also a mom of four – was visibly appreciative of the crowd reception blasted her direction.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciative
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After suffering defeat in the north London derby on his debut as Tottenham Hotspur interim manager, Igor Tudor must find a way to get a positive reaction out of his new players at Craven Cottage this Sunday.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Last year, Scouting America President and CEO Roger Krone acknowledged some backlash to the rebrand but described the overall response as a positive one that generated wider interest.—
Jamie Stengle,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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So very, very happy, very thankful, very honored that this happened.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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Like any other cancer test—hello there, prostate—the technology leaves us feeling thankful but not exactly thrilled.—
Erik German,
Fortune,
15 Feb. 2026
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While several found the texture of this one favorable, most felt like the strong vinegar flavor was a little too bitter to enjoy on sandwiches or dogs.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Roberts Court is also favorable to states’ rights and accompanying powers, including those at the expense of the federal government.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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Lilian suspected that the Hazels of the world would often be reminded by their elders to be grateful and happy, as though gratitude would guarantee happiness, or else a happy façade would take the sting off that onerous task of feeling grateful.—
Yiyun Li,
New Yorker,
1 Mar. 2026
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They're honored and grateful to be invited and any opportunity to visit the White House as a team will be based on their schedules once their seasons conclude.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Feb. 2026
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The steep declines this week showed just how on edge investors are regarding AI — even when the news is good, or when doomsday scenarios are completely made out of thin air.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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Garna showed some really good things in my time.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Appreciative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciative. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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