appreciation

• Substantivo que designa o reconhecimento do valor, da importância ou da qualidade de algo; também pode significar gratidão, apreciação estética ou aumento do valor monetário.

A noun referring to recognition of the value, significance, or quality of something; it can also denote gratitude, aesthetic discernment, or an increase in monetary value.

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1. Recognition and understandingB2formal

   The ability to understand the nature, meaning, quality, or importance of something.

   Reconhecimento e compreensão

   • She has a deep appreciation of classical music.
   • His appreciation of the problem helped him find a solution.
   • The course aims to develop an appreciation of modern art.

   Sinônimosawarenesscomprehensiongraspknowledgeperceptionrealizationrecognitionunderstanding

   Antônimosignoranceincomprehensionmisunderstanding

2. Aesthetic judgmentC1formal

   The ability to make fine distinctions, especially regarding artistic or aesthetic values.

   Apreciação estética

   • Her appreciation of fine wine is remarkable.
   • The critic's appreciation of the painting was insightful.
   • He has a refined appreciation for poetry.

   Sinônimosdiscernmentdiscriminationjudgmentperceptionrefinementsensitivitytaste

3. Expression of gratitudeB1formal

   An expression of thankfulness or recognition for something received or done.

   Gratidão

   • Please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.
   • She wrote a letter of appreciation to the staff.
   • He expressed his appreciation for their hard work.

   Sinônimosgratefulnessgratituderecognitionthankfulnessthanks

4. Favorable opinionB2formal

   A positive judgment or approval of someone or something.

   Apreciação

   • The film received widespread appreciation from critics.
   • Her work earned the appreciation of her colleagues.
   • Public appreciation of the new policy has grown.

   Sinônimosadmirationapprovalesteemfavorlikingrecognitionregardrespect

   Antônimoscontemptdisapprovaldisdaindislikescorn

5. Increase in valueB2formal

   A rise in the monetary worth or price of an asset over time.

   Valorização

   • The appreciation of the property was significant over five years.
   • Investors hope for the appreciation of their stock portfolio.
   • Currency appreciation can affect international trade.

   Sinônimosadvanceescalationgaingrowthincreaserise

   Antônimosdebasementdepreciationdevaluation