admiration
/,ædmə'reiʃn/
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Definition
- 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
- a favorable judgment
- a small token in admiration of your works
- the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
- a feeling of delighted approval and liking