appreciation Definition

appreciation
noun

1. Gratitude or thanks.

Thesaurus: gratitude, thankfulness, thanks, recognition, gratefulness.
2. Sensitive understanding and enjoyment of the value or quality of something.

Example: an appreciation of good music
Thesaurus: sensitivity, taste, enjoyment, fascination, attraction, love, affection.
3. The state of knowing or being aware of something.
4. An increase in value.

Idiom: show (one's) appreciation

To give an indication of one's gratitude, eg by way of a gift, etc.
Example: Here are some flowers to show my appreciation

To give an indication of one's enjoyment of something, eg by clapping, cheering, etc.

Etymology: 15c.