appreciate
/əˈpriːʃiˌeɪt/
verb
-ates; -ated; -ating
[+ obj] :to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) :to admire and value (something or someone)
[+ obj] to be grateful for (something)
b - used to make a polite request
[+ obj] :to be aware of (something) :to recognize or understand (something)
[no obj] :to increase in value
synonyms appreciate, value, prize, treasure, and cherish mean to feel that something is important and worth treating with special care. appreciate often suggests knowledge that makes it possible to enjoy or admire how excellent something is.