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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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
The family's dramatic lifestyle change and their leap to a new life in America resonated with TikTok users, who flooded the comments section with encouragement and admiration.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025
The admiration is mutual, with James saying Doncic has been his favorite player for a while.
—Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 9 Feb. 2025
Meghan, 43, has frequently expressed admiration for the event and its participants, and this year’s ceremony was no exception.
—Erin Hill, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
Altman contributed $1 million to Trump’s inauguration, attended the event alongside other tech CEOs and has publicly signaled his admiration for the president.
—Hayden Field, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for admiration
Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025
The admiration is mutual, with James saying Doncic has been his favorite player for a while.
—Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 9 Feb. 2025
Meghan, 43, has frequently expressed admiration for the event and its participants, and this year’s ceremony was no exception.
—Erin Hill, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
Altman contributed $1 million to Trump’s inauguration, attended the event alongside other tech CEOs and has publicly signaled his admiration for the president.
—Hayden Field, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for admiration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiration
Noun
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Join 3 others in the comments View Comments The past several decades have seen Fuller’s contributions recognized in some respects.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN,
27 Feb. 2025
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In this respect, a book that otherwise would be incredibly susceptible to the next piece of news that comes out tomorrow is slightly less susceptible to it.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
27 Feb. 2025
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Several years ago, many of us shared amazement when the State’s current owners, Red and Linda McMonagle, reopened the movie house after an extensive remodeling.—
Doug Hanneman,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2025
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Out of these mixings will come magnificent horrors and amazements.—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2025
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On February 14, the Adams County SPCA based in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, shared a heartfelt statement on Facebook, expressing their deep appreciation for the community's incredible generosity.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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From museums and famous artwork to cozy restaurants and incredible nature, you’re bound to leave with a newfound appreciation for this city and the people who call it home.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2025
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Confidential and Memento, Pearce is, to the astonishment of many, celebrating his very first Oscar nomination this year, with his terrifying supporting turn in The Brutalist.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2025
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In her episode, Roan recreates the cover of her 2023 album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, all while going long about her influences and her astonishment at her meteoric rise to stardom.—
James Factora,
Them,
6 Feb. 2025
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To say that Trump is overplaying America's hand with regard to Russia is an understatement.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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In this regard, the answer is clear: the White House and its party of one.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2025
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Compared to the Spider-Verse movies, there’s no wonderment at the visual ingenuity, and compared to X-Men ’97, there’s no ambitious subtext to be elevated to the surface.—
Daniel Fienberg,
The Hollywood Reporter,
29 Jan. 2025
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Trump and Iran:anger, weariness, wonderment as Trump exits U.S. from nuclear deal A Trump plot by Iran?—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA TODAY,
15 Jan. 2025
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While many TikTok-viral fragrances fade into obscurity, Golden Rule has maintained its momentum through genuine word-of-mouth praise.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
21 Feb. 2025
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But the effect is that praise loses its meaning, and criticism gets diluted to the point of uselessness.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Maci Bookout McKinney is in awe of her teenage son.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
21 Feb. 2025
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TikTok Reacts to Otto's Quick Thinking Viewers were in awe of Otto's actions and couldn't help but comment on the hilarious dynamic between the two pets.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Admiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiration. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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