appreciate
/əˈpɹɪʃ.i.eɪt/
UK: /əˈpɹɪʃ.i.eɪt/
ƏPɹꞮƩ · i · eɪt (3 syllables)
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Definition
To be grateful or thankful for.
Etymology
Originated 1645–55; from Medieval Latin appreciātus (“valued or appraised”), later variant of Late Latin appretiātus (“appraised”), the perfect passive participle of appretiō (see -ate (verb-forming suffix)), from a(d) (“toward”) + preti(um) (“price”) + -ō (first conjugation verb-forming suffix). Cognate to French apprécier. Latin root also origin of English appraise, which has various Romance cognates; see also precious.
Example Sentences
- "I appreciate your efforts."
- "We sincerely appreciate your help."
- "Any aid will be warmly appreciated."
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