admiration

noun

ˌad-mə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce admiration (audio)
Definition of admirationnext
1
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking my admiration for her increased when I discovered she had learned English only since coming to the U.S.

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2
as in amazement
the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary gaped in admiration as one flower-bedecked float after another paraded past them

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Recent Examples of admiration Kardish brings it out with diligence, insight, admiration, and wonder. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026 Without a doubt, the public’s deep love and admiration for Parton will live on long after her death. — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026 On social media, Morgan is candid about his love and admiration for his wife. — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 24 Aug. 2026 The interactions between the two groups were lovely, as KiiiKiii bowed to their seniors and expressed their admiration to the XG members. — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for admiration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiration
  1. respect
  2. amazement
  3. appreciation
  4. astonishment
  5. regard
  6. wonderment
  7. praise
  8. awe
Noun
  • The latter quickly earned respect in the NFL, scoring three touchdowns in six games as a rookie with the Miami Dolphins, before eventually latching on with the Colts in 2024.
    — James Boyd, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • With all due respect to Han Solo, anyone who’s listened to Ford speak about his two most iconic roles knows Indy holds a particularly special place in his heart.
    — Frank DeRuggiero, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of respect
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  • Dos Santos stared toward the clock in amazement after finishing the 400-meter hurdles Thursday night at the Diamond League meet in Zurich.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Sitting in a swivel chair in a hotel conference room, Victor Peng stares out the window at the Chicago River with a look of amazement.
    — Tal Rosenberg, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of amazement
Noun
  • After dealing with the online hate (and appreciation) for months, Gunn’s mental health took a toll.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
  • His father has a particular appreciation for long-running fantasy leagues.
    — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of appreciation
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  • The Platts look on with astonishment when their idyllic 1970s neighborhood appears to be transported way back in time.
    — David Faris, TheWeek, 30 July 2026
  • The revelation itself becomes part of the artwork, shifting the experience from astonishment to reflection and encouraging a more critical examination of the assumptions that shape everyday life.
    — Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of astonishment
Noun
  • With Adults, being funny is what matters most, and in that regard, this is a very promising premiere.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Judges have shown little regard for NCAA arguments about the competitive harm these decisions will have on current players.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of regard
Noun
  • Even in the nineteenth century, before the neuronic machinery of the retina was fully understood, biologists approached the eye with wonderment.
    — E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The discovery, meant to stoke doubts about the authenticity of Freddy’s wonderment at basic aspects of American life, soon led to a more damaging one.
    — Will Oremus, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026
Definition of wonderment
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  • There has been widespread praise about the upward arc of Thieneman’s growth.
    — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The lawsuit says the decision was unlawful, unsupported by facts and inconsistent with the military’s past praise of Claude.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of praise
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  • Snorkelers and divers can swim past underwater kelp forests, awe-inspiring volcanic formations, and rocky reefs.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Whatever the culture, there’s a term for witnessing the changing colors of leaves, a universal act that spurs awe and wonder and makes one reflect on the passage of time.
    — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of awe

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“Admiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiration. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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