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appreciation legal definition

noun

  1. The incremental increase in an assetÂ’s value, usually because of inflation. Compare depreciation.
  2. The awareness or understanding of the meaning, significance, value, or worth of something.
unrealized appreciation
The appreciation in the value of property that has not yet been subject to tax. See also realization.

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