appreciateap‧pre‧ci‧ate /əˈpriːʃieɪt/ ●●○ S3 W3 AWL verb 
He did not fully appreciate the significance of signing the contract.appreciate that We appreciate that caring for children is an important job.appreciate what/how/why It is difficult to appreciate how bad the situation had become.2[transitive] used to thank someone in a polite way or to say that you are grateful for something they have done: Thanks ever so much for your help, I really appreciate it. I appreciate your concern, but honestly, I’m fine. I’d appreciate it if you let me get on with my job.3[transitive] to understand how good or useful someone or something is: Her abilities are not fully appreciated by her employer. I’m not an expert, but I appreciate fine works of art.4[intransitive] technical to gradually become more valuable over a period of time OPP depreciate: Most investments are expected to appreciate at a steady rate.GRAMMARPatterns with appreciate• You say: · I appreciate your advice· I appreciate having your advice. ✗Don’t say: I appreciate to have your advice.Using the progressive• Appreciate is not used in the progressive in meanings 1, 2, and 3. You say: · I appreciate what you are saying. ✗Don’t say: I am appreciating what you are saying.• Appreciate is used in the progressive in meaning 4: · The value of his work is still appreciating.Grammar guide ‒ VERBS
WORD ORIGINappreciate
Origin:
1600-1700 Late Latin past participle of appretiare, from Latin ad- ‘to’ + pretium ‘price’VERB TABLE
appreciate
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | appreciate |
| he, she, it | appreciates | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | appreciated |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have appreciated |
| he, she, it | has appreciated | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had appreciated |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will appreciate |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have appreciated |
| Continuous Form | ||
| Present | I | am appreciating |
| he, she, it | is appreciating | |
| you, we, they | are appreciating | |
| Past | I, he, she, it | was appreciating |
| you, we, they | were appreciating | |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have been appreciating |
| he, she, it | has been appreciating | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had been appreciating |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will be appreciating |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have been appreciating |
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- Alan asked me to tell you how much he appreciated your hospitality when he was in London.
- All the bad weather here makes me appreciate home.
- Changes were taking place, though at the time no one fully appreciated how far-reaching these changes were to be.
- Congress did not appreciate the amount of anger that people felt about this issue.
- I appreciate that it's not easy for you, but you must try to get here on time.
- I appreciate that some of you have had to wait all night, and I thank you for your patience.
- I don't need any help, but I do appreciate your offer.
- I don't think you appreciate the difficulties this delay will cause.
- I wonder if he really appreciates the seriousness of the situation.
- Jan's abilities are not fully appreciated by her employer.
- Mom really appreciated the letter you sent.
- Our house has appreciated over 20% in the last two years.
- Parents have to find ways to show their children that they appreciate their feelings and reactions.
- This property has appreciated rapidly during the last ten years.
- We really appreciate everything you've done for our daughter.
- After one of these, it's very difficult to appreciate a Quarter Pounder or Jumbo Jack.
- And yet Ralph appreciated his visits.
- But well I appreciate this quiet time.
- Each is appreciated by the other in some way.
- He patted me on the back and told me how much he needed and appreciated my support.
- The 5,000 mostly Catholic villagers are upset that the changes they have made are not appreciated.
- The scale of changes in farmland bird populations is only beginning to be appreciated, the Trust says.
Longman Language Activatorto know a fact or piece of information
to know a fact or piece of information: · I love this painting - do you know the name of the artist?· Jack's leaving. Didn't you know?know (that): · I knew he was ill, but I didn't realize he had cancer.know how/what/where etc: · Do you know where Andy is?know about: · How much do you know about the Moore case?know of: · I know of one company where members of staff get their meals free.know a lot about: · He knew a lot about baseball, and about how to pick great players.
also realise British to know that a situation exists, and especially to know how important or serious it is: · None of us realized the danger we were in.· "She's been promoted to chief executive." "Oh, really? I didn't realize."realize (that): · I realize that you are very busy, but could I talk to you for a few minutes?realize how/what/why: · Even Horton's family hadn't realized how sick he was, both physically and emotionally.
formal to know or begin to realize that a situation exists, often a serious one: be/become aware of: · I am aware of the risks involved in the project, but I am willing to take them.· Children become aware of rules during this stage of development.be/become aware (that): · The question is, was the Chief of Police aware that so much corruption existed within the police department?well/acutely/keenly aware (=used to emphasize that someone definitely knows something): · There were signs everywhere - the two men must have been well aware that they were hunting out of season.painfully aware (=aware of something that upsets you): · Abbey was always painfully aware that she was not as pretty as her sister.
especially spoken to know that something is true because you can see signs that show this: · She's going to have a baby - couldn't you tell?can tell (that): · I could tell he worked outdoors, because he had a deep tan.can tell by/from: · You can tell by the look on her face that she's hiding something.can tell whether/what/how etc: · You can tell when kids aren't feeling well.· I couldn't tell exactly how old he was.from what I can tell...: · Don't worry. From what I can tell, you'll make a great father.
to understand how serious a situation or problem is: · I wonder if he really appreciates the seriousness of the situation.appreciate how/what/why: · Changes were taking place, though at the time no one fully appreciated how far-reaching these changes were to be.appreciate (that): · I appreciate that some of you have had to wait all night, and I thank you for your patience.
to know that a particular situation exists and to have it in your mind continuously: be conscious of: · I was very conscious of the fact that this was an important meeting and that I had to make a good impression.· As oil prices rose, countries in the West suddenly became conscious of fuel efficiency. be conscious (that): · He was conscious that she was staring at him as he spoke.
spoken use this to say that someone knows something, although they behave as if they do not: know perfectly well (that): · He knows perfectly well, he's not allowed to park outside the main door.· I knew perfectly well that I had anorexia, but I wouldn't admit that it was a problem.know perfectly well what/why/who etc: · You know perfectly well what I mean, so stop pretending you don't.
to know what is likely to happen in a particular situation, because you have learned from your own experiences: know/learn from experience (that): · He knew from experience that most ship's captains were not adequately covered with life insurance. know from past/personal/first-hand etc experience: · Kelly knew from personal experience that education is a ticket out of minimum-wage work.know from bitter experience (=know something because of a bad experience of something similar): · Sue learned from bitter experience not to rely on Martin in times of crisis.
when you feel that you want to thank someone feeling that you want to thank someone, especially because they have done something for you and helped you a lot: · Dr Shah has received hundreds of letters from grateful patients.grateful for: · I'm really grateful for everything you've done for me.grateful to: · My daughter was rescued safely, and I am very grateful to the firemen.
grateful that someone has done something, because if they had not done it the situation would have been much worse: · Take what they give you, and be thankful.thankful for: · I am always thankful for their enthusiasm and commitment.thankful that: · She was thankful that Louise had insisted she travel first class.
to be grateful to someone for something that they have done for you, because you realize that they did not have to do it or that they made a big effort to do it for you: · We really appreciate everything you've done for our daughter.· Alan asked me to tell you how much he appreciated your hospitality when he was in London.
showing that you are pleased and grateful for someone's help or kindness: · He wrote a warm, appreciative letter, thanking her for everything she had done.· They weren't particularly appreciative the last time I helped them. I don't think I'll bother again.appreciative of: · Our new boss is a real joy to work for. She's so appreciative of anything you do for her.
formal to feel very grateful to someone for something they have given you or done for you: · We are indebted to the National Archives for permission to print these photographs.be greatly/deeply indebted to somebody: · She said that she was greatly indebted to everyone who had supported her campaign.
if you say you owe someone something, you are grateful because they have helped you to succeed at something or to improve your life, and without their help this might not have been possible: owe a lot/a great deal to somebody: · I owe a great deal to my publishers, who helped me to finish writing the book.owe it all/everything to somebody: · I owe it all to you. You were the only one who believed in me.owe somebody a lot/a great deal: · "I owe my parents a lot," he admitted. "They worked real hard to put me through college."owe a debt of gratitude to somebody: · We all owe a debt of gratitude to Mrs Stevenson, who kindly donated the money for the project.
when you feel grateful, especially because someone has been kind to you: express/show gratitude (for something): · He wrote again, expressing gratitude for the help he had received.a sense of gratitude: · She felt a deep sense of gratitude to the teacher who had encouraged her to go on to university.in gratitude (=because you are grateful): · "I'll take the van back, shall I?" he asked, and Elise nodded in gratitude.
a feeling that you want to thank someone for their help or service and to show them that you think it was important and valuable: show your appreciation: · To show his appreciation of her kindness he sent her some flowers.in appreciation of something (=in order to show appreciation of): · In appreciation of Mr Mainwaring's years of service, the company presented him with a gold watch.token of somebody's appreciation (=a sign of someone's appreciation): · We'd like you to accept this gift as a small token of our appreciation.
what you say when you thank someone say this when you want to thank someone politely: · "Would you like to come to dinner with us on Sunday?" "Thank you, I'd love to."thank you for: · Thank you for a splendid evening. I really enjoyed myself.· Thank you for letting me stay.thank you very much: · It's lovely. Thank you very much.
spoken use this to thank someone for something they have just done or given you: · "Here's your coffee." "Thanks, Mom."thanks for: · Thanks for coming. Hope we see you again next year.thanks to somebody (=used in speeches): · Thanks to everyone for all the cards and flowers. They really cheered me up.thanks a lot/a million: · "Here, let me help you." "Thanks a lot. That's great."
British informal spoken say this when you want to thank someone for something they have just done or given you: · "Here's the book you wanted." "Ta."· "I've made you a cup of tea." "Cheers."
formal spoken say this when someone has generously offered to do something for you: · "Here, you can have my seat." "Thank you, that's very kind of you."· "Would you like me to carry your shopping?" "That's very good of you!"
spoken say this when you want to thank someone who has done a lot to help you: · Thanks for helping out on a Sunday - I appreciate it.I really appreciate it: · I couldn't have managed without your support and encouragement. I really appreciate it.
spoken say this when you want to thank someone who has given you something, especially something expensive: · What a beautiful ring! Oh Mike, you shouldn't have!
spoken use this to thank someone who has got you out of a difficult situation, or solved a problem for you: · You've saved my life, Jim! Thank goodness you were here.
spoken use this to thank someone in a formal speech: · I would like to thank everyone who helped at the school fair.I'd like to thank somebody for (doing) something: · I'd like to thank Betty and Jim for organizing this wonderful party.
use this to thank someone, especially when writing a letter: · We received the pictures on Wednesday. Many thanks.many thanks for: · Many thanks for your letter of the other day.
to understand how someone feels to understand how someone feels, and feel sympathy for them, especially when they are upset or have problems: · I'm sure your teacher will understand.understand how/what/why etc: · I understand how you feel, but I still think you should apologize to her.
especially spoken to understand how someone feels and why they feel that way, especially because the reasons are very clear: see why/how/what: · You can see why Clare was so annoyed, can't you?see that: · I can see that you'd find that upsetting.
formal to understand clearly how someone feels or what problems they have: · Congress did not appreciate the amount of anger that people felt about this issue.· Parents have to find ways to show their children that they appreciate their feelings and reactions.appreciate (that): · I appreciate that it's not easy for you, but you must try to get here on time.
to understand how someone feels, because you have had the same feelings or experiences yourself: · I know how you feel. I couldn't watch either - it was too upsetting.know how it feels (to do something): · Believe me, I know how it feels to lose.
say this when you want someone to imagine they are in the same situation as another person, so that they can understand how the other person feels: · Well, put yourself in her place. Would you like it if someone did that to you?
feelings or attitudes that are understandable , especially feelings of anger, annoyance, or fear, do not surprise you because you can see that there are good reasons for them: · That teachers are annoyed about having so much extra paperwork is understandable.· There is understandable anger among the victims' families.it is understandable that: · It's understandable that she doesn't want to see Bill again.
to become more valuable · They bought a Ferrari knowing that it would increase in value.· Through clever marketing, the shares have gone up in value quite quickly.· The pound has risen in value against the yen over the weekend.
to become gradually more valuable over a period of time: · This property has appreciated rapidly during the last ten years.· Most investments are still expected to appreciate at a steady rate.
to become two or three times more valuable: · Fortunately, when I sold my apartment it had almost doubled in value since I bought it.· Production of iron and steel more than tripled in value during the 1950s.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY He did not fully appreciate the significance of signing the contract. I appreciate your concern, but honestly, I’m fine. I’d appreciate it if you let me get on with my job.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES All offers of help will be greatly appreciated.
He did not fully appreciate the significance of signing the contract. I appreciate your concern, but honestly, I’m fine. I’d appreciate it if you let me get on with my job. All offers of help will be greatly appreciated. (=understand that something is funny)· I may have been wet and covered in mud, but I could still see the humour in the situation.
(=I am grateful for it – used especially when politely refusing someone's offer)· I appreciate your offer, but I don’t need any help.
· The press was slow to grasp the significance of what had happened.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB· If you have any comments or suggestions, please let us know - we always appreciate receiving feedback from Friends.· For the record: Mister Bigelow has presented a proposed stipulation of agreed facts, always appreciated in protracted cases.· Mr. Renton I have always appreciated the artfulness with which my hon. Friend asks questions.· Meanwhile Fund raising events continue, your support is always appreciated.· A personal card is always appreciated.· He says the public does not always appreciate the social cost of large scale fraud and racketeering.· The crowd had enjoyed the race - they always appreciate it more when somebody comes through to win as I had done.· Special cards are always appreciated at times like these - my grandmother says that cards are her favourite part of the proceedings.
· And for once he knew he was fully appreciated by his Buttermere neighbours and even by his wife.· Maybe we only come to fully appreciate many great athletes and artists just before they walk out the door.· In fact Mozart did not fully appreciate the gravity of the situation.· He had not till now fully appreciated the pleasure of calling.· However, many of its attributes are not fully appreciated and the following notes are intended to increase awareness of these.· This is a question that perplexes many outside the legal profession who do not fully appreciate or understand our constitutional rights.· It is only comparatively recently that the scale and significance of the Sterkfontein deposits have begun to be fully appreciated.· Very few fully appreciated their profound influence on their junior colleagues.
· Her ability to keep the notoriously impatient monarch amused was greatly appreciated in royal circles.· His service and wise counsel during his tenure as chairman have been greatly appreciated by all of us on the Board.· Prizes or donations for the Raffle would be greatly appreciated.· If you could please take your time and respond, it would be greatly appreciated and it will be worth it.· A muddy bottom is greatly appreciated by all Bacopa species.· Fox and Associates greatly appreciates the opportunity to bid on this project. 16.· We greatly appreciate the interest she is showing in our work and will value her professional guidance. 5.· Any information would be greatly appreciated.
· Many SMEs find it difficult to access technology and often do not appreciate how they might benefit from it.· Not until June did forecasters appreciate how severe El Nino might be.· Once again you can appreciate how important it is to have a mixed and varied diet.· Only now did she appreciate how much it depended on sight as well.· It is difficult at first encounter to appreciate how great a step has been taken in adopting this principle.· Fans of the old Strike games will appreciate how control has been duplicated, so the learning curve is pretty short.· To begin to appreciate how it drives him, you have to go back to the beginning of his story.· Even Alfred appreciated how much she helped.
· Your help and support in promoting the Awards would be much appreciated.· Your support, as always, will be much appreciated. 19.· Your comments would be much appreciated.· The opportunity for Mass and the chance to meet friends and catch up on the news is much appreciated.· Mr. Jackson I very much appreciated the opportunity to meet some of the hon. Gentleman's constituents in a delegation.· Any info amongst your vast audience or from yourself would be much appreciated.· His instant sincerity was much appreciated by all concerned.
· I really appreciate that, Fred ... I really do.· I also brought some wine and cheese in a basket to say that I really appreciated the welcoming that I received.· In truth, he was the first man I had really appreciated.· At this time of the morning, I really appreciate good tippers.· I wonder whether the hon. Gentleman really appreciates the consequences of the policies that he supports.· Some employers will really appreciate your efforts and job achievements, others will not.· I really appreciate the game reports and the early results posting ... thanks.· I really appreciate all of these things.
· You begin to appreciate why Newley has become a rich and famous celebrity playing poor failed nobodies.· I quickly came to appreciate why the Register-Herald reporter wanted to lie low.· Look across the field and you can appreciate why space for storing vintage agricultural machinery on the farm has finally run out.· Having said this, I can appreciate why these are included.
NOUN· May we learn to appreciate its beauty and its comforts whilst we still have them to enjoy.· One should pass the magnifying glass over to science; the eyes are sufficient to appreciate the beauties of the landscape.· Let us hope visitors will appreciate the beauty of the house-whatever story they are told about recent history.· To appreciate all of this beauty relies upon your noticing its subtleties.· It was here, however, that I learned to appreciate the beauty of wild, unspoiled places.· I am sure when it opens in May 1992, golfers will appreciate its outstanding beauty.· It needs to be studied with some form of magnification to be able to appreciate its full beauty.
· Of course I appreciate the concerns expressed by the hon. Member for Londonderry, East on behalf of his constituents.· I do understand, Nagji bhai, and I appreciate your concern, but this is my work.· Parents appreciate genuine interest, concern and lavish thanks.· I appreciate your concern for me.· While I fully appreciate the concerns of the objectors at the recent public inquiry.· Mr. King I appreciate that concern.
· Paley here appreciates the difference between natural physical objects like stones, and designed and manufactured objects like watches.· Anyone who has worked in government will appreciate the difference.· To appreciate the difference please send for further information or visit one of our showrooms to discuss your requirements.· But because many of them knew little about journalism, they didn't appreciate the difference.· This occurs when the speaker fails to appreciate the differences between speaker and listener.· Now, everyone will appreciate the difference.· Before deciding whether to provide for determination by expert rather than by arbitration, it is essential to appreciate the differences between them.
· Tell her that as much as you appreciate her efforts, you'd rather meet lads on your own.· He appreciates your efforts in learning.· Some employers will really appreciate your efforts and job achievements, others will not.· He wasn't kidding, but you appreciated the effort anyway.· I really appreciate the extra effort it takes to pull that off.· They appreciate the effort the manufacturer has gone to in order to produce the goods.· They need to know that you appreciate their efforts, your task is to spread irresistible enthusiasm.
· However, in nine cases out of ten the parties do not appreciate this fact.· I appreciate the fact that I had a chance to play alongside him.· They appreciate the fact that their students can access national qualifications and enjoy the kudos this brings.· My father especially appreciated the fact that the Lincoln Park golf course was just six blocks away.· It is necessary to appreciate these facts if social policy is to be seen from a sociological perspective.· It's funny, I didn't appreciate the fact that I was putting on weight.· But I don't appreciate the fact that staff enjoyment seems to come ahead of enjoyment by the guests.
· I would really appreciate some help.· We should appreciate their help and give thanks for it but never waste our strength worrying about its fairness.· We would appreciate your help with the above by ensuring that any adjustments for your staff reach us timeously.· Thanks, I appreciate the help.· Sure, I can speak to her and see if she would appreciate some help.
· He was the first football manager to appreciate the importance of such harmony and to put it into effect.· Personally, I appreciated the importance of being able to empathize with a newly widowed or soon-to-be-divorced client.· Mr. Baker I appreciate the importance of the case and the public interest in it.· So now you know your real objective, and can appreciate the vital importance of this mission.· As a man with agricultural interests you will appreciate the importance of living in harmony with nature and of conserving the environment.· I fully appreciate the importance of GEC-Ferranti as an employer in Edinburgh and Lothian.· Again we can appreciate the importance of trying to see the task from the child's point of view.· I know that he appreciates the importance of infrastructure improvements to stimulate and encourage inward investment.
· Both partners find it difficult to hear the other and appreciate the needs of the other.· The managers now appreciated the need to build and nurture relationships with subordinates.· Forgive me for my reticence but I know that many of the present-day inhabitants would not appreciate the need of it.· At Wroxeter, as early as 1912, Bushe-Fox clearly appreciated the need to arrange coarse pottery in a dated sequence.· Like a vile-tasting patent medicine, they appreciate the need for treatment, but find it hard to swallow.· If anything the chat lines have made me appreciate even more the need for a skilled agronomist.
· Trouble is, Piper, some people do not appreciate good music, especially when they are dodging flying shrapnel.· Like many other people, I appreciate clean rivers and unspoiled forest lands; but all things are not equally important.· Many busy people will appreciate a responsible person exercising their horses.· I think people appreciate that personal touch.· And I don't think many people appreciate the physical demands of actually driving a Formula One car, especially through corners.· Helen's frustration with people who don't appreciate her could result in a marked reduction in her tolerance level.· Some people appreciate seeing ads that will probably interest them.
· We believe that few theoreticians appreciated this point immediately, and therefore discuss it first.· Erasmus was certainly a man to appreciate that sort of point.· I appreciate the points you make, and I am pleased that you think the project may be able to go on.· It is important to appreciate this point when considering the way in which Formalist thinking subsequently developed.· I appreciate the point that the hon. Gentleman makes about the A26.
· However, even at this stage the reader will appreciate that global banking is now an established feature of international financial arrangements.· We leave it to the reader to appreciate what this will mean in due course, as work on oneself progresses.· From Enid Blyton to Henry James, the reader has to appreciate that different things are being expected of him or her.· The reader will no doubt appreciate the significance of this statement.· The reader will appreciate in this chapter the condensed comparison of slurry with direct solid sampling and digested sample analysis, respectively.· The reader can appreciate her desperation as her love for Macbeth becomes hopeless.· But readers can appreciate my reason for feeling that brother Louis had let me down badly.· As all readers will appreciate, this change of course occurs quite frequently and sometimes has to be decided upon very quickly.
· That does not mean that they parroted slogans without appreciating their significance.· The reader will no doubt appreciate the significance of this statement.· If they are left unaware of impending judgment they will not appreciate the significance of salvation.· One does not need to acquire hermeneutical skills to appreciate the significance and personal challenge presented by the great truths of salvation.· In these days of piped water supply, it is difficult to appreciate the significance and importance of sources of pure water.· This ensures that only those who fully appreciate the significance of the modules are included in the sanctioning procedure.· They sat down for a meal with the missionaries, fully appreciating the significance of their actions.· To appreciate the significance of the lyrical origin of tragedy, we must first elucidate lyric poetry as such.
· We would also appreciate any financial support you may give - nomatterhow small!· The president considered these folks personal guests, and he appreciated their interest and support.· He patted me on the back and told me how much he needed and appreciated my support.· We have appreciated so much the support, encouragement, prayers and interest of many from the fellowship over the last year.· We also greatly appreciated the support of our sponsors without which the event could not have taken place.· The Council appreciates their support of the programme and the invaluable help provided by the local centres which run the courses.
· I fear we may be in danger of knowing the price of everything but failing to appreciate its true value.· Mr Goldinger believed rates would rise and invested in instruments that would appreciate in value if that occurred.· First it must be appreciated that the value of certain features varies with the group being studied.· That box likely will appreciate in value, considering she bought it for a whopping 23 cents.· It is of paramount importance to realise and appreciate the value of deep groundstrokes.· The intended goal of the process will be to produce minds, capable of creating and appreciating values.· The majority of contemporary items will probably not appreciate in value to any worthwhile degree, at least in real terms.· But do politicians appreciate the value of the diplomatic enterprise?
· What did your father appreciate most in the work of Modigliani?· Just as I may not be able to appreciate a work of art that another sees clearly for its meaning and craft.· At most, fifteen percent were musical and able to appreciate the work.· Those who appreciate his work often see something of themselves in it.· Jett needs a woman who understands him, who really appreciates how demanding his work is.· Guild board member Leigh Timmons appreciates Glendinning's work because of his ability to capture detail.· The crowds of visitors to the Dolls' House at Wembley are a proof that the public do appreciate your work.· The land had nurtured him, toughened him and taught him to appreciate family and hard work.
VERB· You begin to appreciate why Newley has become a rich and famous celebrity playing poor failed nobodies.· I began to appreciate the benefits enjoyed by Ronald Reagan as a result of his kindly nature and his high position.· Some have not begun to appreciate the purpose of print.· He enjoyed these very much, and eventually he began to appreciate the more doctrinal portions of the Bible as well.· Likewise, those that thought they were too ephemeral and effervescent, began to appreciate them.· It is at this stage that they begin to appreciate the fruits of their labours.· It was as they enjoyed the water and food he provided in the desert that they began to appreciate his compassion.· To begin to appreciate how it drives him, you have to go back to the beginning of his story.
· They need to come to appreciate the changes that electricity has made to people's lives.· Maybe we only come to fully appreciate many great athletes and artists just before they walk out the door.· He wanted to watch his wife's mouth move because it was a mouth he'd come to appreciate more and more.· I quickly came to appreciate why the Register-Herald reporter wanted to lie low.· If anyone could post the half-time score and final result when it comes through I'd appreciate it.· In recent years the historical value of these has come to be appreciated.· As the film progresses we come to appreciate Ishi's dignity and the courage of his now departed people.· Teams always come to appreciate the impact of individual styles on performance.
· But he failed to appreciate the potential of television.· The managers failed to appreciate that interpretation of administrative procedures.· I fear we may be in danger of knowing the price of everything but failing to appreciate its true value.· The irony we often fail to appreciate is that the more justice people enjoy, the fewer crimes they commit.· Tony appeared to recognize a link between the two situations, which he had failed to appreciate until then.· Should you fail to appreciate this, and simply ignore them, there is a real likelihood that you could be bitten.· Insensitive interviewers are often influenced too much by their personal prejudices to an interviewee and fail to appreciate the interviewee's nervousness.· This occurs when the speaker fails to appreciate the differences between speaker and listener.
· May we learn to appreciate its beauty and its comforts whilst we still have them to enjoy.· As they learned to appreciate communication and ownership, they set themselves to building subordinates' commitment to the strategy.· It was here, however, that I learned to appreciate the beauty of wild, unspoiled places.· We need to learn from them and appreciate them.· It seems reasonable to suppose that even before 1790 he would have learned to appreciate their attitudes towards recent history.· So you must learn to appreciate and use your emotions.· By the time I'd learned to appreciate the Stage, I was already on it.· Kids can have fun and at the same time learn to appreciate their siblings.
· Not everyone seems to appreciate the benefits of treatment at Tetbury.· He also seems to appreciate humor in others.· It's something I have only recently learned to do, and she seemed to appreciate it.· Nor did it seem to appreciate the accomplishment of Holy Trinity School.· Miles seemed to appreciate it, too.· For the first time, many students seemed to appreciate the contribution the Peace Corps could make to the development of Ayacucho.· Neither had been invited, so I managed to get invitations for them organised, which each seems greatly to have appreciated.· Only a handful seemed to appreciate the advantages in actively building trust, credibility, and cooperative relationships with peers.
· We understand and appreciate the conflicts among self, family and community.· Schools also need to nurture good citizens and people who can understand and appreciate the world around them.
WORD FAMILYadjectiveappreciableappreciative ≠ unappreciativeadverbappreciablyappreciativelynounappreciationverbappreciate
1[transitive] to understand how serious or important a situation or problem is or what someone’s feelings are SYN realizeappreciate the significance/importance/value of something He did not fully appreciate the significance of signing the contract.appreciate that We appreciate that caring for children is an important job.appreciate what/how/why It is difficult to appreciate how bad the situation had become.2[transitive] used to thank someone in a polite way or to say that you are grateful for something they have done: Thanks ever so much for your help, I really appreciate it. I appreciate your concern, but honestly, I’m fine. I’d appreciate it if you let me get on with my job.3[transitive] to understand how good or useful someone or something is: Her abilities are not fully appreciated by her employer. I’m not an expert, but I appreciate fine works of art.4[intransitive] technical to gradually become more valuable over a period of time OPP depreciate: Most investments are expected to appreciate at a steady rate.GRAMMARPatterns with appreciate• You say: · I appreciate your advice· I appreciate having your advice. ✗Don’t say: I appreciate to have your advice.Using the progressive• Appreciate is not used in the progressive in meanings 1, 2, and 3. You say: · I appreciate what you are saying. ✗Don’t say: I am appreciating what you are saying.• Appreciate is used in the progressive in meaning 4: · The value of his work is still appreciating.Grammar guide ‒ VERBS