Definition

Adverb: * In a manner that shows respect, warm approval, or pleased wonder towards someone or something. It expresses a feeling of admiration.

Usage

The adverb "admiringly" is used to describe how an action is performed, specifically when that action is done with admiration. It most commonly modifies verbs related to looking, speaking, or thinking. * It typically follows the verb it modifies or comes at the end of a clause. * It describes the attitude or feeling behind the action.

Examples

• She spoke admiringly of her former teacher's dedication.
• The crowd watched admiringly as the artist created a masterpiece before their eyes.
• "You've done an incredible job," he said, looking at her admiringly.
• He listened admiringly to the veteran's stories of bravery.

Advanced Usage

• Used with verbs of perception: "admiringly" frequently pairs with verbs like to describe the observer's respectful regard.
• Used with verbs of communication: It also modifies verbs like to indicate the tone of praise or esteem in the speech.

Variants and Related Words

• Admire (verb): To regard with respect, warm approval, or pleased wonder.
  • I admire your courage.
• Admiration (noun): A feeling of respect and approval.
  • She gazed at the painting in admiration.
• Admirable (adjective): Deserving respect and approval.
  • His handling of the crisis was admirable.
• Admirer (noun): A person who admires someone or something.
  • She has many admirers of her work.

Synonyms

• Approvingly: In a manner showing agreement or favorable opinion.
• Respectfully: In a way that shows deference or esteem.
• Appreciatively: In a manner showing gratitude or recognition of value.
• Worshipfully: With great admiration or devotion (stronger than "admiringly").

Antonyms

• Disdainfully: In a manner showing contempt or lack of respect.
• Scornfully: In a manner expressing derision or mockery.
• Critically: In a manner involving judgment or finding fault.
• Disapprovingly: In a manner expressing an unfavorable opinion.

Adverb

1. with admiration
   • he looked at his wife admiringly