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Definition of inappreciative

inappreciative

/ˌɪn.əˈpriː.ʃə.tɪv/
in · ap · pre · cia · tive
Adverb:inappreciatively
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inappreciative Lexical Profile

inappreciative Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not feeling, showing, or expressing gratitude or recognition for the value, quality, or significance of something; unappreciative.

Example

"The pianist felt discouraged after performing a demanding repertoire for an inappreciative audience."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although identical in meaning to 'unappreciative', 'inappreciative' is significantly rarer in contemporary English and is mostly encountered in formal or older literary writing.

• Rhymes for inappreciative

• Nearby Words

inanity
inapplicable
inapplicably
inappreciative
inapproachable
inappropriate
inappropriately

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from the Latin-derived prefix 'in-' (meaning 'not') combined with 'appreciative', which ultimately stems from the Late Latin verb 'appretiare', meaning 'to set a price on' or 'to value'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inappreciative. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inappreciative
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