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Definition appreciation in American English

appreciation noun

noun
/əˌpriʃiˈeɪʃ(ə)n/
1

pleasure in understanding something that is good or beautiful

Example

We share an appreciation of music.

Synonyms and related words
pleasure excitement enthusiasm
2

the feeling you have when you are grateful to someone

Example

This is just a small token of our appreciation.

Example

The award is given in appreciation of her huge contribution to the movie industry.

Synonyms and related words
grateful gratitude thankful
3

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

Example

There is a growing appreciation of the need for environmental reforms.

Example

The course allows students to gain an appreciation of what life was like then.

Synonyms and related words
intelligence intuition intellect
4

an increase in the value of something

Synonyms and related words
uptick increase growth
5

a speech or piece of writing about someone, praising their good qualities

Synonyms and related words
praise admiration recognition
Definition appreciation in American English