adjective
appreciative
uh-PREE-shuh-tihv
adjective
1
Feeling or showing gratitude and recognition of value.
"The audience was warm and appreciative throughout the show."
"She gave an appreciative nod after tasting the dish."
How to Use Appreciative
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGrateful, or clearly showing that you value something.
Common pairings
appreciative audience
appreciative of the effort
Word Forms
more appreciative comparative, most appreciative superlative
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Etymology
From English appreciate + -ive.