apprize

verb

Definition of apprizenext
as in to respect

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for apprize
  1. respect
  2. revere
  3. admire
  4. reverence
  5. regard
  6. relish
  7. enjoy
  8. esteem
Verb
  • At least 27 states have called for the ruling to be respected, and 17 more have issued generally positive statements about it.
    — Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • To tackle this, record companies are driving the development and licensing of AI music services that respect the rights of music creators.
    — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026
Definition of respect
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  • This project, scientists hope, could even potentially revive a wild species revered by local Tibetans as a favorite of the land god.
    — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • This was a player who wanted to be revered as The Man of a franchise, and he was not treated that way.
    — Mac Engel July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
Definition of revere
Verb
  • Finishing as the top goalscorer is a record to be admired, but not every Golden Boot winner has been the best striker on the planet.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Take your time admiring the pristine yachts on the glistening blue water before directing your attention to the posh promenades of Calle Ribera and Muelle Ribera.
    — Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of admire
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  • Written with the intimacy of a conversation among loved ones, Someday, Now invites readers to sit with loss while still reverencing the beauty of life, parenting, and letting our children flourish.
    — Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
  • But Pi is precociously enlightened, his innocence not a problem to be rectified but a quality to be reverenced.
    — Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
Definition of reverence
Verb
  • Opera Carolina lawsuits and turnover Opera Carolina has seen significant upheaval since 2024, including public and internal criticism over questions regarding nepotism and the leadership structure.
    — Catherine Muccigrosso July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
  • The couple posts on their social media platforms regarding candy drops, pop-ups and store updates.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
Definition of regard
Verb
  • Republicans are relishing the long Democratic brawl, while Democrats feel confident about holding on to Michigan.
    — Maham Javaid, NPR, 27 July 2026
  • Online, some people have been relishing the opportunity to avoid salad.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 27 July 2026
Definition of relish
Verb
  • How to enjoy it Given its size, most of the swamp is only accessible by helicopter or similarly intrepid means.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
  • The spa Down the steps from the main building is the spa with two double treatment rooms where guests can enjoy a daily massage, included in the rate.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026
Definition of enjoy
Verb
  • Fauci was director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for decades, and for much of that time he was esteemed by politicians on both sides of the aisle.
    — Helen Branswell, STAT, 28 July 2026
  • Both companies have long been esteemed for their practices in ethical aquaculture.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Definition of esteem
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