verb
1.
to hold in high estimation
appreciate the kindness of a friend
Synonyms: apprize, cherish, esteem, prize, treasure, value; compare admire 1
Related Word: admire, regard, respect; adore, ||eat up, enjoy, like, love, relish
Idioms: rate highly, set great store by, think much ( or well) of
Contrasted words: contemn, disapprove, disdain, scorn; decry, depreciate, disparage
Antonyms: despise
2.
Synonyms: admire 1, cherish, delight (in), relish
Related Word: enjoy, like, savor
Contrasted words: contemn, disdain, scorn
3.
Synonyms: know 1, apprehend, cognize, comprehend, fathom, grasp, have, understand
Related Word: catch, seize, take in