appreciate
/əˈpriʃiˌeɪt/
verb
- To recognize the value or importance of something or someone; to be grateful for.
- We appreciate the beauty of the sunset over the ocean.
- She appreciates the time her manager takes to explain new tasks.
- I really appreciate your help with moving the furniture.
- To understand a situation fully; to realize or be aware of something.
- He didn't appreciate the risks involved in the climb until it was too late.
- Do you appreciate the amount of work that goes into planning a wedding?
- I appreciate how difficult it is to learn a new language.
- To increase in value over time.
- The value of the painting has appreciated significantly since it was bought.
- Real estate in this area tends to appreciate quickly.
- Investors hope their stocks will appreciate over the next few years.
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