admiration
word
/ˌædmɝˈeɪʃən/
/ˌædməɹˈeɪʃən/
Definition
A feeling of great respect and approval, often for someone’s qualities, achievements, or appearance.
Usage & Nuances
Usually uncountable; often used with 'for' (admiration for her talent). Implies strong positive feeling, not romantic (unlike 'adore'). Commonly expresses respect for abilities, virtues, or actions rather than just liking.
Spanish: admiraciónPortuguese (BR): admiraçãoPortuguese (PT): admiraçãoChinese (Simplified): 钦佩 - 赞赏Chinese (Traditional): 欽佩 - 讚賞Hindi: सराहना - प्रशंसाArabic: إعجابBengali: প্রশংসা - মুগ্ধতাRussian: восхищение - восхвалаJapanese: 賞賛 - 感嘆Vietnamese: sự ngưỡng mộKorean: 감탄 - 존경Turkish: hayranlıkUrdu: تعریف - ستائشIndonesian: kekaguman - rasa kagum
Example Sentences
She felt great admiration for her teacher.
basic
His work attracted universal admiration.
basic
She accepted his admiration with a smile.
basic
There's a lot of admiration for athletes who work hard.
natural
His quiet confidence earned him the admiration of his team.
natural
You could hear admiration in her voice when she spoke about her mother.
natural