Appreciate Definition & Meaning

appreciate
verb
  1. recognize with gratitude; be grateful for
  2. be fully aware of; realize fully; "Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter?"
  3. hold dear; "I prize these old photographs"
  4. gain in value; "The yen appreciated again!"
  5. increase the value of; "The Germans want to appreciate the Deutsche Mark"

"Appreciate" in song lyrics

See how appreciate is used in real songs:

  • "Evaluate, appreciate"
    3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques
  • "Who do you appreciate?"
    69 Boyz f/ 95 South — Ding Dong Song
  • "I guess that I appreciate"
    Ahmad — Ordinary People

Usage tips for "appreciate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "appreciate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for appreciate to find words that pair well.

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