The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word INGRATITUDE
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The straight part
We know that "lack of appreciation" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lack of appreciation = ingratitude.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does INGRATITUDE mean?
INGRATITUDE noun- A lack or absence of gratitude; thanklessness.