Definitions

admiration

[ad-muh-rey-shuhn] / ˌæd məˈreɪ ʃən /

NOUN

great respect

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adoration affection applause appreciation delight esteem fondness love pleasure praise recognition reverence wonder wonderment

STRONG

account approbation approval deference estimation favor glorification homage honor idolatry idolization liking obeisance regard veneration worship

WEAK

marveling prizing valuing

Antonyms

STRONGEST

criticism dislike disregard disrespect hate hatred melancholy pain sorrow trouble unhappiness

STRONG

disapproval disfavor dishonor disobedience ignorance

WEAK

aversion contempt disgust loathing

Example Sentences

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Love of music and admiration for the people who do it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Wood’s admiration for Elon Musk’s companies is no secret and when his SpaceX company went to market last week her ARK funds had a big selloff, including some of its Tesla position.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

"Ethan is a quiet 14-year-old boy and I have so much admiration for him after what's he's been through."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Willingness to express constant admiration for the boss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“How beautifully you do it! I wish I could draw,” said Meg, with mingled admiration and regret in her voice.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

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