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We showed appreciation for our coach with a card.
What does Appreciation mean?
Appreciation means thankfulness or recognizing value.
Dictionary definition
A feeling of thankfulness, respect, or understanding the value of something.
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Appreciation in a sentence
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The class gained appreciation for the work artists do.
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Reading different stories can build appreciation for other cultures and experiences.
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What does appreciation mean?
Appreciation means feeling thankful or recognizing the value of someone or something.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to appreciation?
Gratitude is close in meaning to appreciation in this dictionary entry.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of appreciation?
Ingratitude contrasts with appreciation in this dictionary entry.
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Appreciation
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WordAppreciation.
Partnoun.
MeaningAppreciation means thankfulness or recognizing value.
ExampleExample: We showed appreciation for our coach with a card.
Word breakdown
5 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- uh · pree · shee · ay · shun
- Strongest beat
- ay
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ay.
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Synonyms
Words like Appreciation
gratitudeUse for thankfulness.
recognitionUse when noticing the value or importance of something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
ingratitudeUse when thankfulness is missing.
disrespectUse when someone does not show value or regard.
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Word family
Appreciation word family
Base word
appreciation
verb
appreciate
To feel thankful for or understand the value of something.
adjective
appreciative
Showing thankfulness or recognition.
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Hint for students
Appreciation means thankfulness or recognizing value.
Common mix-up
Appreciation is not the same as ingratitude. Appreciation means appreciation means thankfulness or recognizing value.
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Read this model sentence: The class gained appreciation for the work artists do. Clue words: class, gained, work. Underline clue words that show why appreciation fits instead of ingratitude. Now write one new sentence that shows appreciation without using the word appreciation. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show appreciation?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The class gained appreciation for the work artists do." Why does appreciation fit better than ingratitude?
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