appreciate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈpriːʃieɪt/
KK: /əˈpriːʃieɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To become more valuable or to rise in price, especially as time goes on.
Example
The value of the house will appreciate over the years.
Tense Forms
Past: appreciated
Past Participle: appreciated
Conversation
Have you noticed how much our neighborhood has started to appreciate in value?
Yeah, it's surprising! I didn't think it would change this quickly.
I know, right? It's great to see our homes appreciate like this.
Definitely! It makes me feel good about my investment.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rise
grow
expand
Antonyms
decline
diminish
drop
transitive verb
Definition
To recognize the value or importance of something or someone, often showing gratitude or admiration.
Example
I really appreciate your help with the project.
Tense Forms
Past: appreciated
Past Participle: appreciated
Conversation
I just wanted to say that I really appreciate all the support you've given me lately.
Of course! I'm always here for you whenever you need help.
It means a lot to me, and I hope you know how much I appreciate our friendship.
Root Explanation
Appreciate is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "pretium" (meaning price or value). The word originally conveyed the idea of increasing in value or recognizing the worth of something.
Memory Tip
Think of recognizing the 'value' ('pretium') of something 'to' ('ad-') appreciate it.
Visually Confused Words
reappreciate
unappreciated
misappreciate
disappreciate
unappreciative
inappreciative
precite
misappreciative