appreciative

adjective

ap·pre·cia·tive ə-ˈprē-shə-tiv

-ˈpri-

also -ˈprē-shē-ˌā-

Synonyms of appreciative next

: having or showing appreciation

an appreciative audience

was appreciative of his good luck

appreciatively adverb

appreciativeness noun

Examples of appreciative in a Sentence

his latest novel has received a number of appreciative reviews very appreciative after we helped him change his flat tire

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Thursday’s festivities provided an appreciative fan base with at least one more opportunity to express its gratitude. —

Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 19 Dec. 2024 Don't: Assume Expensive is Better Gift givers tend to believe that the pricier a gift, the more appreciative the recipient will be. —

Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2024 Orlando is a melting pot, says Miranda, very multicultural and, more important, appreciative of it. —

Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024 So definitely really appreciative and grateful for Coach Snoop and everything that he's done. —

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