Appreciate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Be fully aware of; realize fully; "Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter?".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- I often don't think you appreciate the effort your mother puts into cooking dinner for you every night.
- Only when the illness struck did he begin to appreciate the true value of his health.
- They don't appreciate the gravity of the situation, do they.
- As I got older I began to appreciate the complexities of the novel that I had read in my teens.
- It was only later in her life that she began to appreciate the cultural significance of her grandmother's stories.
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Meaning 2
Gain in value; "The yen appreciated again!".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The weak currency appreciated significantly after the country's central bank intervened.
- Investors speculate that the stock will appreciate over time as the company expands its operations.
- Following a sharp increase in demand, the rare coin appreciated in value almost overnight.
- Gold is often said to appreciate as global economic uncertainty deepens.
- The antique painting appreciated dramatically in the two decades following its initial purchase.
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Meaning 3
Increase the value of; "The Germans want to appreciate the Deutsche Mark".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Investors seek stocks that will appreciate in value over time to maximize their returns.
- The art collector bought the painting hoping it would appreciate significantly in the coming years.
- Real estate agents often tell clients to remodel their homes to appreciate the property value.
- Analysts predict that gold will appreciate if the dollar weakens in the global market.
- Buying a limited edition watch can appreciate its market value as the brand's popularity grows.
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Meaning 4
Recognize with gratitude; be grateful for.
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- I really appreciate your help on this project, it's been a huge weight off my shoulders.
- She would appreciate it if you could keep the noise down while she's studying.
- My parents appreciate the effort I put into helping out around the house.
- They appreciate the support they've received from their fans throughout the years.
- I appreciate the opportunity to work on this exciting new project with the team.
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Meaning 5
Hold dear; "I prize these old photographs".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- Her grandmother's antique locket was something she would always appreciate for its sentimental value.
- He had come to appreciate the simple beauty of nature during his stay in the countryside.
- I appreciate those childhood memories that make me who I am today.
- The family would always appreciate the efforts their father made to provide for them.
- She had grown to appreciate the quiet comfort and peace her childhood home brought her.