as in admired
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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the value of that antique should appreciate over time
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as in valued
to hold dear
I appreciate my parents more than I can express
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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
I hope you appreciate just how much that collector's CD costs
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as in respected
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 appreciated
Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Your readership is always appreciated.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Our Scouts appreciated being involved in this service, and all of us were treated almost like royalty by the Palace staff.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Canales wasn’t the only one who appreciated it.
—Joseph Person, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Tasters appreciated the nuanced flavors, the smooth and even melt, ultimately deeming Tony’s Chocolonely Dark Chocolate their favorite bar for both snacking and baking.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
Get the Recipe These sorts of special holiday dishes may take more time than, say, a tray of Cool Whip Cookies, but they'll be appreciated in equal measure to your work.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
Many participants appreciated the tangible benefits of a partnership, such as sharing expenses and alleviating financial stress.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Verb
For those who can afford it, purchasing a pro sports team is an enticing investment, as NBA franchises alone have appreciated roughly 2,200% on average since Forbes began tracking such data in 1998, and those values are expected to continue to grow.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Your readership is always appreciated.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Our Scouts appreciated being involved in this service, and all of us were treated almost like royalty by the Palace staff.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Canales wasn’t the only one who appreciated it.
—Joseph Person, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Tasters appreciated the nuanced flavors, the smooth and even melt, ultimately deeming Tony’s Chocolonely Dark Chocolate their favorite bar for both snacking and baking.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
Get the Recipe These sorts of special holiday dishes may take more time than, say, a tray of Cool Whip Cookies, but they'll be appreciated in equal measure to your work.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
Many participants appreciated the tangible benefits of a partnership, such as sharing expenses and alleviating financial stress.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciated
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While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The average fees per card - which includes transaction fees, subscription fees, as well as commissions - increased 13% year over year in Q3.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Against United, Adams understood his assignment and executed it very well.Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The company believes that pets deserve to live in a world where they are loved, understood and cherished.FunnyFuzzy Contributor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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But that did not mean the city’s trajectory had to be admired.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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Early on, the two families got together for a youth football game, and Perri Owens admired how protective foster mom Beth Dickerson was — and how the foster mom had a no-nonsense, direct approach with the boys.Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bon Iver – Sable Five years after Bon Iver’s last full-length, Justin Vernon finally returned in October with Sable, an EP that recalls the hushed and intimate sound of his revered 2007 debut For Emma, Forever Ago.Al Shipley, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
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Newer, younger acts that lean heavily into pop theatrics and harken back to revered icons, like Björk and Kate Bush, says Ong.Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 6 Dec. 2024
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Novo Nordisk’s Fundamentals Over Recent Years Novo Nordisk’s revenue rose over 2x from 127 billion DKK in 2020 to 271 billion DKK for the last twelve-month period.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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In terms of the design, the mix of rose gold and rhodium plating on the dial brings an industrial feel to the timepieces.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Conclusion Government oversight and enforcement is, of course, necessary to ensure that the legal standards passed by Congress are properly implemented and respected.Joshua D. Smeltzer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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There are things that should always be respected, and many are forgetting everything that wrestling has given them.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Ohio State University will be the home of this grant, which will emphasize graduate training through the university’s accelerated BS+MS, MS, and PhD programs.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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By letter of December 13, the court accelerated the briefing schedule, requesting a final response by December 19.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The show is also one of three ambitious projects released this year reimagining beloved Latin American classics treasured by book lovers for their use of magical realism.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Nearly 25 years after the show first premiered, this show is still watched and re-watched regularly and these characters are deeply treasured by fans all around the world.Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Appreciated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciated. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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