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 photo was taken in 1996, by which time Addy Walker had been the subject of both admiration and criticism, and Jones’s research had gained prominence outside North Carolina, due to Addy’s popularity.
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Jaha Nailah Avery
june 9, Literary Hub, 9 June 2025
Burke acknowledged the friction to us, but also expressed admiration for Preckwinkle’s administrative skills and professionalism.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
These dedicated warriors certainly earn our admiration in the good/evil binary of the conflict, but complications help give the documentary shape, as in the attention given a crusty logger named Valdir, who agreed to be featured on camera.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Perez did not hold back her admiration.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for admiration
Jaha Nailah Avery
june 9, Literary Hub, 9 June 2025
Burke acknowledged the friction to us, but also expressed admiration for Preckwinkle’s administrative skills and professionalism.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
These dedicated warriors certainly earn our admiration in the good/evil binary of the conflict, but complications help give the documentary shape, as in the attention given a crusty logger named Valdir, who agreed to be featured on camera.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Perez did not hold back her admiration.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for admiration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiration
Noun
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That first moment of contact often signals how a company values communication, respect, and transparency.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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With respect to the recent data sharing between CMS and DHS, HHS acted entirely within its legal authority—and in full compliance with all applicable laws—to ensure that Medicaid benefits are reserved for individuals who are lawfully entitled to receive them.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
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Then, to my utter amazement, four geese tumbled one by one out of the line-stone dead, not even a kicker.—
Nash Buckingham,
Outdoor Life,
19 June 2025
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Within three weeks, to Akasha’s amazement, Shimshai was up to 40 orders a day.—
Andy Greenberg,
Wired News,
22 May 2025
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The numbers make clear the power of combining steady appreciation, mortgage paydown, and long-term ownership.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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The Swiss National Bank may cut by 50 basis points to counter franc appreciation, while Riksbank could reduce rates by 25 bps.—
Dave Levinthal,
Fortune,
16 June 2025
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At a news briefing later that day, Mayor Karen Bass expressed astonishment about Padilla’s treatment.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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For Córdova, that path began with a moment of astonishment: watching a television program about neutron stars as a young woman, she was struck by the immensity of the cosmos and felt the pull of a question that would guide her for a lifetime — how does the universe work?—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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With regard to shade, this umbrella does a good job at providing protection no matter what direction the sun is coming from, especially given the tilt feature.—
Sandi Schwartz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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With regard to excess inventory worth $200 to $300 million, the company plans to turn it into cash over the next 12 to 18 months.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 June 2025
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The setting for the show is the beauteous grounds of the Palace of Fine Arts, which has been tricked out to accommodate all sorts of interactive and balloon-based wonderment.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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During his latest mission, his third long-duration on the International Space Station, Pettit brought his brand of wonderment to the assignment.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
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While the signing was met with both praise and criticism, Skip Bayless made his feelings about the Steelers decision clear.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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The tech titan regularly sang the president's praises on social media and even brought his 4-year-old son to the Oval Office.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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Crossing these striking structure should be on every design lover’s bucket list June 11, 2025 Little compares to the special sense of awe derived from seeing the world from above, and the tallest bridges in the world are certainly some of the best places to experience that sensation.—
Maya Chawla,
Architectural Digest,
11 June 2025
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During the season finale, all of her siblings were in awe of her transformation and praised her for how far she's come in her weight loss journey.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
11 June 2025
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“Admiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiration. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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