investing
appreciation
An increase in the value of an asset over time.
Example
"The appreciation of their home over 10 years added $150,000 to their net worth."
💡 Memory Tip
When you appreciate something, you value it more. Same with assets — appreciation means the market values it more.
Etymology
From Latin 'appretiare' meaning 'to set a price on' — when the price rises.
Common Misspellings
apreciationappreciatonappreciaionapprecieation