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Synonym Chooser

How is the word appreciate different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of appreciate are cherish, prize, treasure, and value. While all these words mean "to hold in high estimation," appreciate often connotes sufficient understanding to enjoy or admire a thing's excellence.

appreciates fine wine

When could cherish be used to replace appreciate?

In some situations, the words cherish and appreciate are roughly equivalent. However, cherish implies a special love and care for something.

cherishes her children above all

When can prize be used instead of appreciate?

Although the words prize and appreciate have much in common, prize implies taking a deep pride in something one possesses.

Americans prize their freedom

In what contexts can treasure take the place of appreciate?

The words treasure and appreciate are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, treasure emphasizes jealously safeguarding something considered precious.

a treasured memento

When would value be a good substitute for appreciate?

While the synonyms value and appreciate are close in meaning, value implies rating a thing highly for its intrinsic worth.

values our friendship

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of appreciate Your happiness and smiles and great food and service were very much appreciated. Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025 Our tester particularly appreciated that there’s thinner material between the fingers to keep them from feeling too bulky. Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 22 Jan. 2025 Biking Park City is a great way to take in the sights while also appreciating the fresh mountain air. Brad Japhe, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025 What’s more, many online therapy platforms include additional features that clients appreciate. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for appreciate 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciate
Verb
  • Another 2021 study found that sleep deprivation increased levels of cortisol during interpersonal conflict.
    Daisy Jones, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
  • Since the attack, Weisz-Gut has felt forced to take account of the specter of increasing prejudice in Europe on a personal level.
    Allison Gordon, CNN, 26 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Thanks to a few lucky die rolls, the Dimension 20 crew strutted out of Madison Square Garden as heroes — though their devoted fans would’ve surely loved them the same even if they had been defeated.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 26 Jan. 2025
  • The brothers would love to be a part of a family that is active and supports their passions and interests, especially sports.
    The Star, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Want to understand the impact of tech on your body and how to live better with your devices?
    Manuela López Restrepo, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
  • The past week has proven a surreal one for TikTok's users and creators, many of whom are struggling to understand how this proved to be the one issue that could unite Democrats and Republicans.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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  • Both moved in literary circles and admired each other's writing.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 25 Jan. 2025
  • Kimmich is admired among the younger generation of German players.
    The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Finding the perfect rose to become Martha’s namesake was difficult according to Hahn, who visited various fields and looked at dozens of contenders.
    Jessica Jordan, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025
  • About 5% of males have complete ED at age 40, and this percentage rises to 30-40% in males 80 or older.2 Given this prevalence and the effect ED can have on quality of life, proper diagnosis is critical.
    Mark Gurarie, Health, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • He’s never highly valued the head coach position, once saying that 500 coaches could have had Jimmy Johnson’s success.
    Saad Yousuf, The Athletic, 25 Jan. 2025
  • Moving away from racialized politics and toward the commonsense center should be valued by Americans of all political persuasions.
    Wenyuan Wu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Here’s everything to know about the real-life case that inspired the 2012 flick.
    Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
  • Their bias reflected inaccurate stereotypes, a phenomenon related to the psychological concept known as representativeness.
    Hersh Shefrin, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
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  • Cardinal Lawrence — Conclave When this selection process kicked off, Cardinal Thomas Lawrence was well-liked and respected but not making waves or campaigning terribly hard to assume the top brass.
    Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Lean principles—such as reducing waste in processes—are increasingly used to improve outcomes for patients while respecting the dignity and well-being of healthcare workers.
    Karlo Tanjuakio, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025

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“Appreciate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciate. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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