Appreciation, n.
Etymology: [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.
Shades of meaning
Fernald lists appreciation only as an antonym, under abomination.
He lists it without comment; the entries above explain its neighbors.
Synonyms
none given