The Opposite(Antonym) of “appreciatory”
The antonyms of appreciatory are unappreciative and disapproving. The antonyms unappreciative and disapproving convey a negative or critical attitude towards something or someone. It implies a lack of appreciation, approval, or admiration.
Explore all Antonyms of “appreciatory”
Definitions and Examples of unappreciative, disapproving
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not showing or feeling gratitude or admiration; lacking appreciation.
Example
Despite all the hard work she put in, her boss was unappreciative of her efforts.
Expressing or feeling disapproval; indicating a negative judgment or opinion.
Example
Her parents were disapproving of her decision to drop out of college.
Key Differences: unappreciative vs disapproving
- 1Unappreciative describes a lack of gratitude or admiration, while disapproving indicates a negative judgment or opinion.
- 2Unappreciative is a gradable antonym, while disapproving is a complementary antonym.
Effective Usage of unappreciative, disapproving
- 1Express Gratitude: Use appreciatory to express gratitude and admiration for something or someone.
- 2Avoid Criticism: Avoid using unappreciative and disapproving in situations where criticism is not necessary.
- 3Show Approval: Use appreciatory to show approval and support for someone's actions or decisions.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Unappreciative describes a lack of gratitude or admiration, while disapproving indicates a negative judgment or opinion. Use appreciatory to express gratitude and admiration, and avoid using unappreciative and disapproving in situations where criticism is not necessary. Use appreciatory to show approval and support for someone's actions or decisions.
