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Definition appreciate in American English

appreciate verb

verb
/əˈpriʃiˌeɪt/
1

to understand the true nature of a situation, and realize why it is important or serious

Example

I began to appreciate the difficulties my father had faced.

Example

Doctors are only now beginning to appreciate how dangerous this drug can be.

Example

We appreciate that you cannot make a decision immediately.

Example

I don't believe the President fully appreciates the complexity of the problem.

Synonyms and related words
understand know work out
2

to recognize the good or special qualities of a person, place, or thing

Example

She feels that her family doesn't really appreciate her.

Example

a restaurant that is popular with people who appreciate good service and fine wines

Synonyms and related words
heart take a liking to be taken with
2.1

to realize that someone has good qualities and that they are important

Example

Many of the office workers feel that they are not properly appreciated.

Synonyms and related words
value respect appreciate
3

to be grateful for something

Example

I appreciate this opportunity to put my point of view to the committee.

Example

I really appreciate all your help.

Synonyms and related words
thank acknowledge appreciate
4

if something appreciates, its value increases gradually

Synonyms and related words
increase add to raise
Definition appreciate in American English