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transitive verb1 a: to grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of <appreciate the difference between right and wrong> b: to value or admire highly <appreciates our work> c: to judge with heightened perception or understanding : be fully aware of <must see it to appreciate it> d: to recognize with gratitude <certainly appreciates your kindness>2: to increase the value ofintransitive verb: to increase in number or value
— ap·pre·ci·a·tor
\-ˌā-tər\
noun
— ap·pre·cia·to·ry
\-ˈprē-shə-ˌtȯr-ē, -ˈpri-shə-\
adjective synonyms appreciate
, value
, prize
, treasure
, cherish mean to hold in high estimation. appreciate often connotes sufficient understanding to enjoy or admire a thing's excellence <appreciates fine wine>. value implies rating a thing highly for its intrinsic worth <values our friendship>. prize implies taking a deep pride in something one possesses <Americans prize their freedom>. treasure emphasizes jealously safeguarding something considered precious <a treasured memento>. cherish implies a special love and care for something <cherishes her children above all>.
synonyms see in addition understand
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