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Synonyms & Similar Words
appreciate
esteem
respect
revere
venerate
worship
idolize
glorify
exalt
praise
commend
laud
extol
adore
cherish
treasure
value
honor
regard
look up to
marvel at
gaze at
stare at
gawk at
gape at
be in awe of
be impressed by
think highly of
hold in high esteem
have a high opinion of
have admiration for
Meaning of admire
According to Oxford Dictionary, "admire" means to feel great respect and admiration for someone or something, often because of their abilities, qualities, or achievements.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "admire" as to feel or express admiration for someone or something, or to regard with wonder or astonishment.
Example Uses
- The crowd admired the fireworks display, oohing and ahhing at the colorful explosions in the sky.
- She admired her grandmother's strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
- The tourists admired the ancient architecture, taking plenty of photos to remember their visit.
- He admired the way the sunlight filtered through the leaves of the trees, creating a dappled pattern on the ground.