APPRECIATION - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
Example: he has a good grasp of accounting practices
Categories: Understanding, Apprehension, Discernment, Savvy
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Noun
an expression of gratitude
Example: he expressed his appreciation in a short note
Categories: Thanks
Meaning 3
Part of speech: Noun
an increase in price or value
Example: an appreciation of 30% in the value of real estate
Categories: Increase, Step-up
Synonyms
Admiration, Taste, Discernment, Appreciation, Hold
Antonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "appreciation" comes from French appréciation.
🔗 Related Words
appreciate – A related word in the same word family.
ion – A related word in the same word family.
🧩 Fun Fact
Anglo-Norman French was a unique dialect that developed in England after the Norman invasion.