Dictionary Check: appreciation

"appreciation" is a valid word!

Scrabble 18 points
Words with Friends 22 points

Definition

noun

understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

Example: "he has a good grasp of accounting practices"
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noun

delicate discrimination (especially of esthetic values)

Example: "arrogance and lack of taste contributed to his rapid success"
noun

an expression of gratitude

Example: "he expressed his appreciation in a short note"
noun

a favorable judgment

Example: "a small token in admiration of your works"
Synonyms:
noun

an increase in price or value

Example: "an appreciation of 30% in the value of real estate"
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