appreciation
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appreciations
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appreciations
Britannica Dictionary definition of APPRECIATION
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[noncount]
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a feeling of being grateful for something
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You've been so generous, and I'd like to show my appreciation by cooking a meal for you.
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We'd like to present you with this gift in appreciation of your hard work. [=to show that we are grateful for your hard work]
2
[singular]
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an ability to understand the worth, quality, or importance of something
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an ability to appreciate something
— usually + of or for
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a music appreciation class [=a class that teaches people to understand and value music]
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She has developed an appreciation of exotic foods.
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There is an increasing appreciation for video as an art form.
3
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full awareness or understanding of something
— usually + of or for
[noncount]
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She's shown little appreciation for the effort you've made.
[singular]
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I'm not sure you have an appreciation of the complexity of the situation.
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I've gained an appreciation for the skills involved in the game.
4
[count]
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a speech or piece of writing that praises something or someone
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She recently published an appreciation of an obscure sculptor who lived in the 17th century.
5
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an increase in the value of something
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opposite depreciation
[singular]
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He bought the statue because he believed there would be an appreciation in its value.
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Based on the history of the company, you can expect a significant appreciation in your investment over a number of years.
[noncount]
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There's been no appreciation in the stock's value.
