1
as in to increase
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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2
as in to love
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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3
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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4
as in to admire
to think very highly or favorably of
many great artists and musicians have not been appreciated in their own lifetimes
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Recent Examples of appreciate
So Coleman, an Illinois State commit, appreciates his father’s impact.
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Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
People who want to simplify their monthly budget by reducing the number of outgoing payments may appreciate debt consolidation solutions as well.
—Michelle Lambright Black, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
And yet, Barnes seemed rarely to have appreciated what anyone else saw in his collection.
—Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Robinhood Garcia said higher trading volumes on Robinhood’s platform aren’t enough to convince her that shares have room to appreciate.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
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Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
People who want to simplify their monthly budget by reducing the number of outgoing payments may appreciate debt consolidation solutions as well.
—Michelle Lambright Black, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
And yet, Barnes seemed rarely to have appreciated what anyone else saw in his collection.
—Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Robinhood Garcia said higher trading volumes on Robinhood’s platform aren’t enough to convince her that shares have room to appreciate.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciate
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The change was stark, as Paramount has been a leader in promoting diversity in Hollywood, championing initiatives to increase representation on-screen through programming as well as behind the scenes, through programs designed to diversify writers, directors and producers.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Sucralose increased brain activity in the hypothalamus and feelings of hunger compared to sugar, especially in participants with obesity.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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Instead, those who love Maryland basketball were left to wonder if the picture was already crumbling before their eyes.—
Childs Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Mar. 2025
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Oscar Wilde’s infamous antihero Dorian Gray probably would’ve loved to have a barrage of cameras pointed at him, reflecting his gorgeous visage.—
Christian Lewis,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Now, scientists are trying to help water managers better understand the salt risks that crucial water supplies face from land to sea as global temperatures warm.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
19 Mar. 2025
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Getting more people to understand who is homeless, Are and Portway agree, is key to getting better results for people.—
Christie Zizo,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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But when Rogen wasn’t being interrupted by his admiring bro-fans, who were legion — one wore toe shoes and a Lil Dicky shirt; another cried — Amoeba was, however, a perfect place to dig through hundreds of vinyl soundtracks.—
Austin Considine,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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There are plenty of other works up here worth admiring here, too: a ca.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The Thai breakout star has risen to fame after landing his first major on-screen acting gig playing Gaitok on season 3 of The White Lotus.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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Arizona runs an aggressive, attack-minded offense led by Caleb Love — a volatile but fearless scorer who might go cold for stretches, yet somehow always rises to the moment when the game’s on the line.—
Tobias Bass,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Relations quickly deteriorated with Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte and, even more rapidly, Nuno Espirito Santo, all managers who value out-of-possession solidity over intricate positional play.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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International students studying at the University are valued members of the campus community, and International Student and Scholar Services is available to assist international students who have questions.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The cause of the fire was not known, the Fire Brigade said.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Beta amyloid plaques are known to collect between neurons in the brain and disrupt cell function.—
Jade Walker,
CNN,
20 Mar. 2025
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In fact, your age often brings instant credibility—people respect experience, confidence, and the ability to deliver results without the fluff.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The United States doesn’t have a problem with countries that pay a fair wage and respect worker rights, the official said.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Appreciate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciate. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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