Appreciated: meaning, definitions and examples

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appreciated

 

[ əˈpriːʃɪeɪtɪd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Feeling or showing gratitude or pleasure.

Synonyms

recognized, respected, valued.

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Word Description / Examples
appreciated

Use this word when you want to express gratitude or show that someone's effort or presence has been noticed positively.

  • Your hard work is greatly appreciated
  • I felt appreciated when they thanked me for my help
valued

This word implies that someone or something is held in high regard because of their importance or usefulness.

  • Employees who feel valued are more productive
  • Gardening is a highly valued skill in our community
recognized

This word fits situations where someone’s achievements or effort are formally or publicly noted or rewarded.

  • She was recognized for her outstanding research
  • The company recognized his years of dedicated service
respected

Use this when referring to someone or something held in high esteem due to their qualities, abilities, or achievements.

  • He is respected by all his colleagues
  • A respected leader in the community

Examples of usage

  • She felt appreciated for all her hard work.
  • I appreciated the gesture of kindness.
Context #2 | Verb

action

Recognize the full worth of.

Synonyms

acknowledge, understand, value.

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Word Description / Examples
appreciated

Use when expressing gratitude or when someone is thankful for what someone else has done.

  • Your help with the project was much appreciated.
  • I really appreciated your support during the tough times.
value

Use to express the importance, worth, or usefulness of something or someone.

  • We highly value your opinion.
  • She values honesty above all else.
acknowledge

Use when recognizing the presence, status, or truth of something or someone.

  • He acknowledged the mistake he made.
  • Please acknowledge receipt of this email.
understand

Use when discussing comprehension, grasping the meaning of something, or showing empathy.

  • I understand the problem you're facing.
  • Do you understand the instructions?

Examples of usage

  • I appreciated the effort you put into this project.
  • He appreciated her talent and dedication.

Translations

Translations of the word "appreciated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apreciado

🇮🇳 सराहा गया (sarahā gayā)

🇩🇪 geschätzt

🇮🇩 dihargai

🇺🇦 оцінений

🇵🇱 doceniony

🇯🇵 感謝された (kansha sa reta)

🇫🇷 apprécié

🇪🇸 apreciado

🇹🇷 takdir edilen

🇰🇷 감사합니다 (gamsahamnida)

🇸🇦 مُقدّر (muqaddar)

🇨🇿 oceněný

🇸🇰 ocenený

🇨🇳 感激 (gǎnjī)

🇸🇮 cenjen

🇮🇸 metið

🇰🇿 қадірленген (qadirlengen)

🇬🇪 შეფასებული (shefasebuli)

🇦🇿 qiymətləndirilib

🇲🇽 apreciado

Etymology

The word 'appreciate' originated from the Latin word 'appretiare', which means 'to set a price on'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the recognition and acknowledgment of value or worth. The word has been used in English since the 15th century.

See also: appreciate, appreciating, appreciation, appreciative, appreciatively, appreciator, overappreciated, unappreciated, unappreciative, underappreciate, underappreciated.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,984, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.