ap·pre·ci·a·tion əˌprēSHēˈāSH(ə)n/ noun 1. the recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something. I smiled in appreciation synonyms: valuing, treasuring, admiration, respect, regard, esteem, high opinion her appreciation of literature gratitude for something. they would be the first to show their appreciation synonyms: gratitude, thanks, gratefulness, thankfulness, recognition, sense of obligation he showed his appreciation a piece of writing in which the qualities of a person or the persons work are discussed and assessed. synonyms: review, critique, criticism, critical analysis, assessment, evaluation, judgment, rating a critical appreciation of the professors work sensitive understanding of the aesthetic value of something. courses in music appreciation 2. a full understanding of a situation. they have an appreciation of the needs of users synonyms: acknowledgment, recognition, realization, knowledge, awareness, consciousness, understanding, comprehension an appreciation of the difficulties involved
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