appreciation

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   an increase in price or value

   an appreciation of 30% in the value of real estate

2. 2
   noun

   delicate discrimination, especially of aesthetic values

   I have an appreciation of the fine arts.

3. 3
   noun

   an expression of gratitude

   They expressed their appreciation in a short note.

4. 4
   noun

   A fair valuation or estimate of merit, worth, weight, etc.; recognition of excellence; gratitude and esteem.

   We give to you this trophy as a token of our appreciation of all your years of service.

5. 5
   noun

   Accurate perception; true estimation.

   an appreciation of the difficulties before us

6. 6
   noun

   a favorable judgment

7. 7
   noun

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

8. 8
   noun

   The act of appreciating.

Etymology

From French appréciation. By surface analysis, appreciate + -ion.