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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 For the coworker who's always organized and appreciates a tidy desk, this desk vacuum cleaner is perfect for quick tidy-ups. Tabitha Britt, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2025 Parents will appreciate the toy bar’s sturdy, yet lightweight design, as well as the extra soft play mat. Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025 This philosophy has guided their marketing approach, cultivating a loyal following that appreciates their attention to detail and passion for excellence. Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025 Her basketball talent is something that a lot of people can see and have seen, and appreciated. Alex Andrejev, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for appreciate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciate
Verb
  • Laughter from the crowd breaks the tension of what could have been understood as metaphor for Netanyahu’s actions.
    Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
  • Plenty of Nashvillians can probably understand the Maxwell House coffee brand’s recent marketing move.
    Austin Hornbostel, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Try the roughly two-mile Hickman Bridge Trail to admire the canyon and walk beneath the 300-foot Hickman Bridge, a natural sandstone arch.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025
  • The mountains are awash with vibrant autumnal hues, which can be admired by driving the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway, biking the Catskill Scenic Trail, or hiking the many trails with sweeping views of the area.
    Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Just the belief, again, these guys love playing football together.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2025
  • However, there's one dark color that designer Heather Kirk of Kirk Riley Design particularly loves using on kitchen cabinets, and that's a rich green.
    Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • That, alongside Newcastle’s desire to spread the fee over multiple years (whereas Como were going to pay in one lump sum), led to Milan increasing their asking price.
    Chris Waugh, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Milwaukee is not alone in seeking to implement or increase a wheel tax to raise local revenue.
    Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The next manager will be their sixth in nine seasons — enough for any sensible person to know that the problem extends far beyond that chair.
    Sam Blum, New York Times, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Horror fans often travel to destinations featured in scary movies or known for spooky legacies.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Consultations start with an honest evaluation of the donor area, followed by a hairline design that respects facial features and age.
    Maria Williams, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Meta also advises wearers to respect people's privacy and preferences.
    Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The purchase price wasn’t disclosed, but Arduino was valued at $160 million a couple of years ago—practically an impulse buy for a Fortune 500 company.
    Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Some experts interpret this narrative to mean that a man is only valued when his sensitive, soft, and compassionate side is suppressed.
    Ashleigh N. DeLuca, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Bright nighttime skies are on the way in Michigan as the year's first full supermoon will rise in the sky Monday, astronomers say.
    Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 5 Oct. 2025
  • In six of the past seven seasons, the number of Englishmen playing in major leagues on the continent has risen.
    Liam Tharme, New York Times, 5 Oct. 2025

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“Appreciate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciate. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.

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