1 [VN] (not used in the progressive tenses) to recognize the good qualities of sb/sth:
You can't really appreciate foreign literature in translation. * His talents are not fully appreciated in that company. * Her family doesn't appreciate her.
2 (not usually used in the progressive tenses) to be grateful for sth that sb has done; to welcome sth:
[VN] I'd appreciate some help. * Your support is greatly appreciated. * (spoken) Thanks for coming. I appreciate it. * I would appreciate any comments you might have. * I would appreciate it if you paid in cash. * [V-ing] I don't appreciate being treated like a second-class citizen. * [VN-ing] We would appreciate you letting us know of any problems.
3 (not used in the progressive tenses) to understand or realize that sth is true:
[VN] What I failed to appreciate was the distance between the two cities. * [Vwh-] I don't think you appreciate how expensive it will be. * [Vthat] We didn't fully appreciate that he was seriously ill.
4 [V] to increase in value over a period of time:
Their investments have appreciated over the years.
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