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Synonym Chooser

How is the word appreciate different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of appreciate are cherish, prize, treasure, and value. While all these words mean "to hold in high estimation," appreciate often connotes sufficient understanding to enjoy or admire a thing's excellence.

appreciates fine wine

When could cherish be used to replace appreciate?

In some situations, the words cherish and appreciate are roughly equivalent. However, cherish implies a special love and care for something.

cherishes her children above all

When can prize be used instead of appreciate?

Although the words prize and appreciate have much in common, prize implies taking a deep pride in something one possesses.

Americans prize their freedom

In what contexts can treasure take the place of appreciate?

The words treasure and appreciate are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, treasure emphasizes jealously safeguarding something considered precious.

a treasured memento

When would value be a good substitute for appreciate?

While the synonyms value and appreciate are close in meaning, value implies rating a thing highly for its intrinsic worth.

values our friendship

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of appreciate Growing up in this environment, Isabelle quickly appreciated the art of the process. Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025 As a perfectionist with a championship-caliber pedigree, Lynch doesn’t appreciate Valkyria ruining her triumphant return. Lauren Coates, Variety, 10 May 2025 Each of the 10 (and counting) installments delights in twisting our expectations, just as the Jigsaw Killer (Tobin Bell) delights in twisting the limbs of those who fail to appreciate life. Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 10 May 2025 Aside from the actual comfort of the mattress, Henwood appreciates Nectar since the brand itself typically offers free extras like a sheet set, mattress protector, and pillows with a bed purchase to round out your sleep setup. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for appreciate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciate
Verb
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    Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 15 May 2025
  • Process syrup, fresh basil leaves, lime juice, water, and ice cubes in a blender on low speed, gradually increasing speed, until thick and slushy, about 45 seconds.
    Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • The anti-book club, book club: Why people are loving silent reading events Need a new book?
    Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 15 May 2025
  • For texture, Drew loves working with plaster and lime wash to create that softness.
    Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • To understand what’s at stake amid the NNSA’s workforce woes, USA TODAY interviewed current and former agency officials and reviewed decades of watchdog reports, safety records and other official documents.
    Davis Winkie, USA Today, 19 May 2025
  • The realtor also pulled permits to help determine a timeline of events to understand when some of the damage occurred.
    Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 19 May 2025
Verb
  • Crystal Palace’s Guehi remains admired at centre-back and Burnley’s James Trafford has long been a goalkeeper target.
    Chris Waugh, New York Times, 13 May 2025
  • The Soviet dictator, the Man of Steel, was the type of tyrant that Trump chillingly admires.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025
Verb
  • As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, there's no better time to refresh your home for summer with finds from Amazon.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 May 2025
  • Since last week, sightings in the Asheville, North Carolina, area have risen from 140 to 739, according to Kristsky's group, Cicada Safari, which crowdsources and reviews data on the insects.
    Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 11 May 2025
Verb
  • New research has revealed that Millennials often value their dogs' company over that of their human besties, siblings—and even their own parents.
    Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
  • While valuing space and independence is healthy, disconnecting from your own emotional world can eventually keep you from experiencing genuine connection.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • The channel is known for its over-the-top stunts and contests.
    Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2025
  • The two probably are best known for their collaboration on Silver Linings Playbook.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 May 2025
Verb
  • The United States is a place where property rights should by default be respected and protected.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 11 May 2025
  • Both countries largely respected the line of control as a de facto boundary for military operations until the 2019 crisis.
    Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 May 2025

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“Appreciate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciate. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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