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Appreciatively: meaning, definitions and examples

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appreciatively

 

[ əˈpriːʃətɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

showing gratitude or pleasure

In a way that shows appreciation or gratitude.

Synonyms

admiringly, gratefully, thankfully.

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Word Description / Examples
appreciatively

This word is used when someone acknowledges the value or significance of something with a sense of understanding and appreciation.

  • She nodded appreciatively as he explained the intricate details of the project
  • He smiled appreciatively at the compliment about his artwork
gratefully

This word is used when someone is showing gratitude and appreciation for something they have received or experienced, often with a sense of relief or kindness.

  • She looked gratefully at her friend who offered her help
  • They accepted the donation gratefully, knowing it would make a difference
thankfully

This word is used when someone feels relieved or fortunate about a situation, often implying that something undesirable hasn't happened.

  • Thankfully, the weather cleared up just in time for the event
  • He arrived home safely, thankfully avoiding the storm
admiringly

This word is used when someone looks at or talks about something or someone with admiration or respect.

  • He gazed admiringly at the beautiful sunset
  • The students listened admiringly to the motivational speaker

Examples of usage

  • He smiled appreciatively at her kind gesture.
  • She nodded appreciatively as he thanked her for the help.
  • I looked appreciatively at the beautiful sunset.
  • They clapped appreciatively after the performance.
  • We listened appreciatively to the music.

Translations

Translations of the word "appreciatively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com gratidão

🇮🇳 आभारपूर्वक

🇩🇪 dankbar

🇮🇩 dengan rasa terima kasih

🇺🇦 з вдячністю

🇵🇱 z wdzięcznością

🇯🇵 感謝して

🇫🇷 avec gratitude

🇪🇸 con gratitud

🇹🇷 minnettar olarak

🇰🇷 감사하게

🇸🇦 بامتنان

🇨🇿 s vděčností

🇸🇰 s vďačnosťou

🇨🇳 感激地

🇸🇮 z hvaležnostjo

🇮🇸 með þakklæti

🇰🇿 ризашылықпен

🇬🇪 კმაყოფილებით

🇦🇿 minnətdarlıqla

🇲🇽 con gratitud

Etymology

The word 'appreciatively' is derived from the verb 'appreciate', which comes from the Late Latin 'appretiare', meaning 'to set a price on, appraise, appreciate'. The adverb form 'appreciatively' emerged in the English language to describe actions or reactions that show gratitude, pleasure, or recognition. It is commonly used in various contexts to express appreciation or admiration towards something or someone.

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

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,494, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.