appreciating

[uh-pree-shee-ey-ting]

appreciating Definition

• 1. to recognize the value or quality of something or someone
• 2. to increase in value over time

Using appreciating: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "appreciating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I really appreciate your help with this project.

• Example

  She appreciates fine art and often visits museums.

• Example

  The value of the house has appreciated significantly since it was purchased.

• Example

  He invested in stocks that he knew would appreciate over time.

appreciating Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for appreciating

• esteem
• treasure
• admire
• value
• cherish

Antonyms for appreciating

• disparage
• depreciate
• undervalue

Phrases with appreciating

• appreciate the gesture

  to be grateful for a kind or thoughtful act

  Example

  I appreciate the gesture, but I don't need any help right now.

• appreciate the beauty

  to recognize and enjoy the aesthetic qualities of something

  Example

  I always appreciate the beauty of nature when I go for a hike.

• appreciate the effort

  to acknowledge and be thankful for the hard work put into something

  Example

  I appreciate the effort you put into planning this surprise party for me.

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Summary: appreciating in Brief

'Appreciating' [uh-pree-shee-ey-ting] means to recognize the value or quality of something or someone. It can also refer to an increase in value over time, as in 'The value of the house has appreciated significantly since it was purchased.' Phrases like 'appreciate the gesture' and 'appreciate the effort' denote gratitude and acknowledgement, respectively.