CEFR B1

appreciatively

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows you are grateful for something or that you recognize its good qualities.

Examples

She smiled appreciatively at the thoughtful gift.
The crowd cheered appreciatively as the band played their hit song.

Synonyms: gratefully, thankfully, favorably, warmly

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appreciatively (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /əˈpriːʃiətɪvli/

Definition

In a way that shows you are grateful for something or that you recognize its good qualities.

Examples

She smiled appreciatively at the thoughtful gift.
The crowd cheered appreciatively as the band played their hit song.
He accepted the compliment appreciatively, nodding his head.

How to Use appreciatively

appreciatively of (prepositional phrase): Showing gratitude or recognition towards something specific. — "He looked appreciatively of the effort she had put in."

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