appreciation

[Ap*pre`ci*a·tion]

A rise in value; -- opposed to depreciation.

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A just valuation or estimate of merit, worth, weight, etc.; recognition of excellence.

Noun
an increase in price or value; "an appreciation of 30% in the value of real estate"

Noun
a favorable judgment; "a small token in admiration of your works"

Noun
delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values); "arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success"; "to ask at that particular time was the ultimate in bad taste"

Noun
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something; "he has a good grasp of accounting practices"

Noun
an expression of gratitude; "he expressed his appreciation in a short note"

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n.
A just valuation or estimate of merit, worth, weight, etc.; recognition of excellence.

n.
Accurate perception; true estimation; as, an appreciation of the difficulties before us; an appreciation of colors.

n.
A rise in value; -- opposed to depreciation.


Appreciation

Ap*pre`ci*a"tion , n. [Cf. F. appr'82ciation.] 1. A just valuation or estimate of merit, worth, weight, etc.; recognition of excellence. 2. Accurate perception; true estimation; as, an appreciation of the difficulties before us; an appreciation of colors.
His foreboding showed his appreciation of Henry's character.
3. A rise in value; -- opposed to depreciation.

A just valuation or estimate of merit, worth, weight, etc.; recognition of excellence.

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Usage Examples

Don't get me wrong, I admire elegance and have an appreciation of the finer things in life. But to me, beauty lies in simplicity.

A painstaking course in qualitative and quantitative analysis by John Wing gave me an appreciation of the need for, and beauty of, accurate measurement.

Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive. This facility makes it the most versatile and explicit means of communication yet devised for quick mass appreciation.

By climbing a steeper road, the value and appreciation Delaware State students took and continue to take from their education and their experiences is just as great, if not greater, than students attending ivy league schools.

All I know is that history repeats itself and people are going to want to experience the world. But I know then they are going to have a better appreciation for what is here in Maine.

Actually, bizarrely, in America, I get more appreciation from the odd, unusual stuff I've done, almost because I'm not, if you like, famous in America as I am in England.

Hopeful thinking can get you out of your fear zone and into your appreciation zone.

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Other Usage Examples

After the tragedy, New Yorkers are more united than ever in their vision, as well as in appreciation what living in freedom means - and that if we stand together, we can accomplish anything.

As I've said, there were patriots who supported this war, and patriots who opposed it. And all of us are united in appreciation for our servicemen and women, and our hopes for Iraqis' future.

Appreciation is the highest form of prayer, for it acknowledges the presence of good wherever you shine the light of your thankful thoughts.

Government workers often get a bad rap, but it's rare for them to receive much appreciation when government works.

As a former career intelligence professional, I have a profound appreciation for the value of intelligence. Intelligence disrupts terrorist plots and thwarts attacks. Intelligence saves lives.

After 25-plus years as a lawyer, prosecutor, and defense attorney, I have developed a deep appreciation for both the wisdom of the law and the role that jurists play in framing the rights and responsibilities that define our society.

As an alcoholic, you have no appreciation for your wife or your children's feelings, but I'm making up for that now. I'm winning my children's trust back.

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