Basic Details
Word: Appreciation
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The feeling of being grateful or thankful for something.
Synonyms: Gratitude, thankfulness, recognition
Antonyms: Dislike, ingratitude, contempt
Idioms and Phrases
- Show your appreciation: To express thanks or gratitude. Example: "Don't forget to show your appreciation for the help they gave you."
- In appreciation of: As a way to show gratitude. Example: "The team received a bonus in appreciation of their hard work on the project."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Her heartfelt card was a wonderful way to show her appreciation for his support during tough times.
Example 2: The teacher was pleased by the students' appreciation when they brought her flowers for Teacher's Day.
Example 3: To express our appreciation, we organised a small party for everyone who contributed to the charity event.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "appreciation" comes from the Latin word "appretiare," which means "to set a price upon"? This shows how valuing something or someone can also enhance our sense of gratitude for them.
Famous Quote
"Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others." Marcus Tullius Cicero
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "appreciation" mean?
a) Feeling angry
b) Feeling grateful
c) Feeling bored
d) Feeling confused
Answer: b) Feeling grateful
2. Which of these is a synonym of "appreciation"?
a) Frustration
b) Gratitude
c) Apathy
d) Criticism
Answer: b) Gratitude
3. Which is the antonym of "appreciation"?
a) Thankfulness
b) Contempt
c) Recognition
d) Enjoyment
Answer: b) Contempt
4. Which sentence uses "appreciation" correctly?
a) I have no appreciation for his cooking.
b) She has an appreciation talent for singing.
c) Appreciation is important when someone helps you.
d) The appreciation were lovely decorations.
Answer: c) Appreciation is important when someone helps you.
5. Which idiom means to express thanks?
a) In appreciation of
b) To grab the bull by the horns
c) A fish out of water
d) All that glitters is not gold
Answer: a) In appreciation of
