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adjective

əd-ˈmī-riŋ How to pronounce admiring (audio)
Definition of admiringnext
as in favorable
expressing approval the smartly dressed couple drew admiring glances

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admiring

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verb

present participle of admire
as in respecting
to think very highly or favorably of I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation

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Recent Examples of admiring
Adjective
The show was so admiring of America’s foundation, everyone from Obama to several actual treasury secretaries to (infamously) Mike Pence, went to the show, demonstrative of a whole new audience for a musical. — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026 Other Democratic strategists who know Mehlhorn were less admiring. — Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
During one of those pop-ups, a regular at the coffee shop was waiting on his order and was admiring the art. — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026 The whole family can also take part in the resort’s Jungle Tour that explores Tulum’s unique ecosystems, then learn about constellations while admiring the night sky during The Stargazer program. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for admiring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiring
  1. favorable
  2. respecting
  3. positive
  4. regarding
  5. good
  6. appreciating
  7. appreciative
  8. praising
Adjective
  • India’s busiest wedding and festive season typically runs from October to April, timed with auspicious dates and favorable weather.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
  • The new district snakes up through Kansas City’s urban core, in an attempt to create a district more favorable for Republicans in the 5th District.
    — Jack Harvel July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Definition of favorable
Verb
  • Good media outreach starts with respecting the reporter’s time and understanding what matters to their audience.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • None of those guys could ever be accused of advocating for liberal democracy or respecting the dignity of others.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026
Definition of respecting
Adjective
  • Each morning before Grays drops her now 2-year-old daughter off at daycare, the two share a ritual of positive affirmations.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
  • But any win is a positive sign for an SKC squad struggling to build momentum in 2026.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
Definition of positive
Verb
  • On Wednesday, the STB said the Class Is must publicize certain information regarding the merger’s impact on employment in its next filing.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
  • The discovery and study of impact craters can give insights into the origin and evolution of Earth, deepen our understanding of the solar system and reveal information regarding the geological processes of planets.
    — Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 24 July 2026
Definition of regarding
Adjective
  • Food that’s still good, but not for human consumption, is sent to local animal rescues and farms.
    — Zuri Primos July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
  • The Horned Frogs’ offensive line did a good job of creating holes for running backs Jeremy Payne and Landon Walker.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026
Definition of good
Verb
  • Others passed on voluntary benefits without fully appreciating their value.
    — Orla Nixon, Fortune, 29 July 2026
  • For many holders, paying with Bitcoin still feels less like using money and more like selling an appreciating asset.
    — Sean Lee, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of appreciating
Adjective
  • Kansas City’s starting goalkeeper, Lorena, has been appreciative of finding community in the city for her wife and their 12-year-old son.
    — PJ Green July 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • Being on television daily is something the Puerto Rican host and actress doesn’t take for granted and is appreciative of the Latino audience that has embraced her over the years.
    — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 22 July 2026
Definition of appreciative
Verb
  • Trump did strike some notes of unity, praising the Secret Service and denouncing political violence.
    — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • Sandy Anderson, the chamber of commerce’s vice president of member services, kicked off the ribbon cutting by praising the market for its commitment to local businesses.
    — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2026
Definition of praising

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“Admiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiring. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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