ap·pre·ci·a·tion 
/əˌpri:ʃiˈeɪʃən/ noun
plural ap·pre·ci·a·tions /əˌpri:ʃiˈeɪʃən/ noun 1 [noncount] : a feeling of being grateful for something
▪ You've been so generous, and I'd like to show my appreciation by cooking a meal for you. ▪ We'd like to present you with this gift in appreciation of your hard work. [=to show that we are grateful for your hard work] 2 [singular] : an ability to understand the worth, quality, or importance of something : an ability to appreciate something
▪ a music appreciation class [=a class that teaches people to understand and value music] — usually + of or for ▪ She has developed an appreciation of exotic foods. ▪ There is an increasing appreciation for video as an art form. 3 : full awareness or understanding of something — usually + of or for [noncount] ▪ She's shown little appreciation for the effort you've made. [singular] ▪ I'm not sure you have an appreciation of the complexity of the situation. ▪ I've gained an appreciation for the skills involved in the game. 4 [count] : a speech or piece of writing that praises something or someone
▪ She recently published an appreciation of an obscure sculptor who lived in the 17th century. 5 : an increase in the value of something [singular] ▪ He bought the statue because he believed there would be an appreciation in its value. ▪ Based on the history of the company, you can expect a significant appreciation in your investment over a number of years. [noncount] ▪ There's been no appreciation in the stock's value. — opposite depreciation
▪ You've been so generous, and I'd like to show my appreciation by cooking a meal for you. ▪ We'd like to present you with this gift in appreciation of your hard work. [=to show that we are grateful for your hard work]
▪ a music appreciation class [=a class that teaches people to understand and value music] — usually + of or for ▪ She has developed an appreciation of exotic foods. ▪ There is an increasing appreciation for video as an art form.
▪ She recently published an appreciation of an obscure sculptor who lived in the 17th century.
