1
as in positive
expressing approval
his latest novel has received a number of appreciative reviews
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2
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
very appreciative after we helped him change his flat tire
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Recent Examples of appreciative
The message drew extended applause from the appreciative audience.
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Paul Harris, Variety, 24 Mar. 2025
Henrichs is appreciative of those who have taken care of him.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 20 Mar. 2025
Callie Strock, a representative for Kim, said the congresswoman was appreciative of the work of advocates on healthcare issues.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2025
On Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky again expressed gratitude to Trump, after he was accused of not being appreciative enough during their disastrous Oval Office meeting.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Mar. 2025
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Paul Harris, Variety, 24 Mar. 2025
Henrichs is appreciative of those who have taken care of him.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 20 Mar. 2025
Callie Strock, a representative for Kim, said the congresswoman was appreciative of the work of advocates on healthcare issues.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2025
On Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky again expressed gratitude to Trump, after he was accused of not being appreciative enough during their disastrous Oval Office meeting.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appreciative
Adjective
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Abbott said no unopened Abbott formula has ever tested positive for Cronobacter.—
Heather Vogell,
ProPublica,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Tar Heels product is the type of runner Jim Harbaugh loves for his offense: north-to-south, powerful, ability to fight through tackles and pick up positive yardage.—
Fox News Staff,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Despite his split with Stewart, Anderson remains thankful for his family.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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To those of us who have devoted our lives and taken risks for non-violence, those in complicity with decisions to cut library funding and remove books should be thankful.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For decades, Florida has drawn individuals from around the country looking to build a better life in a state known for its favorable tax climate, pro-business attitude and culture of freedom.—
Robert F. Mancuso,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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That would require a lengthy process involving legislative approval, a governor’s signoff, and a favorable vote from Broward County residents.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The boy’s mother has since spoken out about how grateful her family is to authorities for the swift arrests.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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But my husband is just grateful Bob hasn’t forgotten us.—
R. Eric Thomas,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Shorts are the only categories whose winners are ineligible for best picture, acting, screenplay or any other major Oscar, due to their length.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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After a week full of monstrous swings, the S&P 500 posted its best weekly performance since November 23, while the Nasdaq saw its best week since November 2022, according to the financial data firm FactSet.—
Anne Marie Drummond Lee,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Appreciative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appreciative. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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