Appreciation

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/

Definitions of appreciation

noun the recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something

Example Sentences

A1 I have a new appreciation for nature after spending time in the mountains.

A2 She showed her appreciation for the gift by sending a thank you card.

B1 The teacher expressed her appreciation for the students' hard work.

B2 His appreciation for art grew as he visited more museums and galleries.

C1 The artist's work was met with critical appreciation from art critics.

C2 Her deep appreciation for classical music led her to pursue a career in opera.

Examples of appreciation in a Sentence

formal The board expressed their appreciation for the hard work put in by the employees.

informal I just wanted to show my appreciation for all the help you've given me.

slang Thanks a bunch for covering my shift, I really appreciate it!

figurative The artist's use of light and shadow in the painting demonstrates a deep appreciation for contrast.

Grammatical Forms of appreciation

past tense

appreciated

plural

appreciations

comparative

more appreciated

superlative

most appreciated

present tense

appreciates

future tense

will appreciate

perfect tense

have appreciated

continuous tense

is appreciating

singular

appreciation

positive degree

appreciative

infinitive

to appreciate

gerund

appreciating

participle

appreciated

Origin and Evolution of appreciation

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'appreciation' originated from the Latin word 'appretiātiōnem', which means 'esteem' or 'prize'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'appreciation' has evolved to encompass a broader meaning of recognizing the value or worth of something, beyond just esteem or prize.