appreciatory

as in appreciative
feeling or expressing gratitude as the name of each contributor was announced, the audience responded with appreciatory applause

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciatory
Adjective
  • There were some people who were critical of her observations, but most people were appreciative of her sharing the good and the things that could be better.
    Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Teachers have been overly appreciative of the donation, Bembenek said.
    Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • We are blessed in love and life and are so very thankful for our families coming together.
    Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Fischer Homes is deeply thankful to all the generous trade partners and sponsors who helped make this home a reality; their contributions brought beauty and quality to every corner.
    Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • If ever there was a time to be grateful and relieved for being mistaken, this is that time.
    Staff Author, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Our family is deeply grateful to the community for the love, support, and prayers that have carried us through this difficult week.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 11 Oct. 2025
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“Appreciatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciatory. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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