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
You are reminded of why he’s regularly spoken of with admiration and awe, and why his reputation as one of the most compelling, chameleonic performers to ever do it is well-earned.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2025
McPherson, 86, and Joy, 25, have developed a mutual admiration society.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Sep. 2025
That admiration goes both ways too.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
My admiration professionally and affection for him as a person grew stronger and stronger over time.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for admiration
David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2025
McPherson, 86, and Joy, 25, have developed a mutual admiration society.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Sep. 2025
That admiration goes both ways too.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
My admiration professionally and affection for him as a person grew stronger and stronger over time.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for admiration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiration
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Accusations that the president is being bigoted with his video posts come weeks after issues around respect between political rivals and free speech were thrust into the spotlight by the assassination of conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder and CEO Charlie Kirk on September 10.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Supporters also lined up to touch their foreheads to the Aryatara's feet, a sign of respect in Hindu tradition, and offered her money and flowers.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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To her amazement, the twins’ dad answered.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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Here fans of thrifting and the Starfield game shared their amazement.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As parents know, this can translate to a boundless appreciation of toys.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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And, while their approaches are very different, one thing that Nuno and Postecoglou have in common is an appreciation of a player with versatile qualities.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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There was a mix of astonishment and reservation in Kyiv on Wednesday — contrasted with bitter dismissal and some mocking defiance in Moscow — after President Donald Trump said Ukraine could reclaim all of its territory, a dramatic change in rhetoric on the war.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
24 Sep. 2025
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Numerous Hollywood publicists, producers, media executives who spoke with CNN on Wednesday evening expressed their astonishment over the suspension.—
Elizabeth Wagmeister,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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Trotter’s impact on Bottega Veneta remains to be see in this regard, but her ability to create desire is essential in an environment with such high price points and where people are preoccupied with more than clothes.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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But overall for Irwin, there's a sense of wonderment for all things Aussie.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Sep. 2025
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My love Bobby looked at life as an adventure taking me by the hand leading me through a world of wonderment from music to poetry and painting.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
10 Aug. 2025
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries have emerged as central figures in the standoff, drawing praise even from critics within their own ranks.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Post-match, Nuno opted against singling out Potts for praise when asked about the midfielder’s impact, but that may change in the forthcoming weeks if Potts continues to impress.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Rebecca Boyle,
Scientific American,
4 Oct. 2025
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Bridges have always been one of the most awe-inspiring marvels of engineering.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Admiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiration. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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