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admired Word Meanings
- a feeling of deep respect for someone or something
- wonder or amazement at something impressive
- an expression of approval or praise
admired Example Sentences
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- I have admiration for her hard work.
- His talent won my admiration.
- She smiled with admiration at the painting.
- They showed admiration for the speaker.
- I feel admiration for my teachers.
admired Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/
admired Word Etymology
The word 'admiration' comes from the prefix 'ad-' meaning 'towards' and the root 'mirari' meaning 'to wonder'. It originated from Latin, then passed into Old French before becoming part of English. Imagine a person gazing in wonder at a magnificent sunset, feeling a deep sense of appreciation and respect.
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Admiration is a warm, respectful feeling that arises when we recognize notable qualities, achievements, or beauty in someone or something. It blends appreciation with a sense of awe, yet remains different from romantic love or envy. You might feel admiration for a mentor who demonstrates integrity, a work of art that moves you, or a public figure whose actions inspire. In English we say 'to feel admiration for' or 'to express admiration,' and we describe its source as admirable, worthy, or impressive. Learners often confuse admiration with mere liking or with praise that lacks emotional depth.
Usage Reminders
- Admiration describes a feeling and a reaction you can express.
- Use the noun with 'for' or the verb 'admire' to show the relationship.
- Be careful not to equate admiration with romantic love or mere liking.
- Express admiration with phrases like 'I have admiration for...' or 'She admires...'.
- Prepositions and collocations matter: admire a person, an achievement, or a work of art.
Common Misconceptions
- Admiration is the same as love or infatuation.
- Admiration always means public praise or applause.
- Admiration can replace 'like' in all contexts.
- Admiration only applies to people, not things or ideas.
- Admiration automatically implies romantic interest.
Thinking Differences
Admiration blends respect and wonder; English often pairs it with 'for' or uses 'admire' as the action. Other languages may separate respect from awe, or use different verbs to mark the source and intensity.
Learning Tips
- Practice collocations like admire a person, admire a work of art, feel admiration for someone.
- Distinguish admiration from love, liking, or envy in context.
- Use both 'admiration for' and 'admire' to vary sentence structure.
- Notice nuance when the source is abstract (an idea) vs concrete (a person).
- Read testimonials or reviews to see how native speakers express admiration.
- Record short sentences describing why you admire someone to cement usage.
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