See Also: Appreciation(money)
appreciation(dictionary)
appreciation(dictionary)
Appreciation(finance)
Currency appreciation(finance)
Capital Appreciation(money)
Stock Appreciation Right (SAR)(finance)
Net unrealized appreciation(finance)
Limited appreciation(finance)
Currency appreciation(money)

appreciation (oh)



[U] pleasure you feel when you realize something is good, useful, or well done
appreciation of
::It helps children to develop an appreciation of poetry and literature.
[U] a feeling of being grateful for something someone has done
show/express your appreciation
::The chairman asked me to express our appreciation of all your hard work.
::He was presented with a watch in appreciation of his long service.
[U and C] an understanding of the importance or meaning of something
appreciation of
::a realistic appreciation of the situation
[singular, U] a rise in value, especially of land or possessions
-opposite depreciation depreciation
::an appreciation of 50% in property values