Definition

1. Noun:
   • A feeling of respect, warm approval, or delighted appreciation for someone or something: A positive emotional response to the perceived excellence, qualities, or achievements of a person, object, or idea.
   • A feeling of wonder or surprise: A sense of astonishment or awe, often at something unusual or impressive.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • She looked at the painting with great admiration. (She viewed the painting with deep respect and appreciation.)
  • His courage earned him the admiration of his colleagues. (His bravery gained him the warm approval and respect from his coworkers.)
  • The crowd watched in admiration as the acrobat performed. (The audience observed with a feeling of wonder and approval.)

Advanced Usage

• "In admiration of": as an expression of respect or approval for.
  • He received an award in admiration of his lifetime of service.
• "A gasp of admiration": a sudden, sharp intake of breath expressing wonder or approval.
  • The intricate design drew a gasp of admiration from the judges.

Variants and Related Words

• Admire (verb): to regard with respect, warm approval, or pleased wonder.
  • I admire your dedication to this project.
• Admirable (adjective): deserving respect and approval.
  • Her commitment to charity is admirable.
• Admirer (noun): a person who has a particular regard for someone or something.
  • She has many admirers of her artistic talent.

Synonyms

• Esteem: respect and admiration, typically for a person.
• Appreciation: recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something.
• Reverence: deep respect for someone or something.
• Adoration: deep love and respect, often with a sense of worship.

Antonyms

• Contempt: the feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration.
• Disdain: the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect.
• Scorn: a feeling and expression of contempt or disdain for someone or something.

Idioms and Phrases

• "To be lost in admiration": to be so impressed by something that one is completely absorbed in looking at or thinking about it.
  • The tourists were lost in admiration of the ancient temple.
• "To command admiration": to deserve and receive respect and approval.
  • Her integrity commands admiration from everyone she meets.

Noun

1. a favorable judgment
   • a small token in admiration of your works
2. the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
3. a feeling of delighted approval and liking