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Webster 1913 Edition
Appreciation
Ap-preˊci-a′tion
,Noun.
[Cf. F.
appréciation
.] 1.
A just valuation or estimate of merit, worth, weight, etc.; recognition of excellence.
2.
Accurate perception; true estimation;
as, an
appreciation
of the difficulties before us; an appreciation
of colors.His foreboding showed his
appreciation
of Henry’s character. J. R. Green.
3.
A rise in value; – opposed to
depreciation
. Webster 1828 Edition
Appreciation
APPRECIA'TION
,Noun.
1.
A setting a value on; a just valuation or estimate of merit, weight, or any moral consideration.2.
A rising in value; increase of worth or value.