Meaning of the word appreciative in English

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appreciative

US /əˈpriː.ʃə.t̬ɪv/

UK /əˈpriː.ʃə.t̬ɪv/

feeling or showing gratitude or pleasure

Example:

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She was very appreciative of the help.

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We are appreciative of your continued support.

Synonym:

grateful thankful obliged indebted pleased

having an understanding of a situation or quality

Example:

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He is very appreciative of good wine.

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An appreciative audience applauded loudly.

Synonym:

discerning perceptive sensitive understanding knowledgeable

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