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appreciative

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //əˈpɹiʃiˌeɪtɪv// UK //ɐpɹˈiːʃiətˌɪv// ap·pre·cia·tive

adj. feeling or showing that you are grateful for something. You use this to describe someone who recognizes the value of a kind act or a good quality.

adj. feeling or expressing gratitude or pleasure. Often used to describe a positive response to a performance, gift, or gesture.


SIMPLE

The artist was happy to see such an appreciative audience.

CONTEXTUAL

She sent an appreciative note to her mentor after receiving the promotion she had worked so hard for.

COMPLEX

While the critics were harsh, the director remained focused on the appreciative letters from fans who felt the film accurately captured their own life experiences.

Origin

From appreciate + -ive.

Usage

Often followed by the preposition 'of' when specifying the cause of gratitude.

Pitfall

I am appreciative for your helpI am appreciative of your helpWhile 'thankful' takes 'for', 'appreciative' typically takes the preposition 'of'.

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