unappreciatively
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/ˌʌnəˈpriːʃiətɪvli/
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/ˌʌnəˈpriːʃətɪvli/
(unappreciative)
lacking gratitude
Etymology
'unappreciative' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'appreciative,' which comes from the Latin 'appretiatus,' meaning 'to set a price on.'
'appretiatus' transformed into the French word 'apprécier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'appreciate' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to set a price on,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to recognize the value of something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows a lack of appreciation or gratitude.
She accepted the gift unappreciatively, barely glancing at it.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41