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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
Since most people don't share my enthusiasm for admiring brigade controls, Rolls-Royce has come up with a way to re-engineer the helm to tuck the gubbins away until needed again. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026 Listed by Wetzel and fellow Realtor Ingrid Williams for $899,000, curious travelers have been driving past the eye-catching estate for decades, admiring its unique and surprising presence among the expanses of nearby farmland. — Richard Lane, Des Moines Register, 21 Sep. 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
  • In neighboring Cabarrus County, Democrats headed into Election Day hoping to build on their early voting turnout advantage and ride the winds of a favorable national environment.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Music blared from a stage outside as supporters watched results from races across the country come in on a large screen, cheering at favorable results.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of favorable
Verb
  • Always conscious of respecting her subject’s well-being, Cilkova Andrsova at one point asked her team to stop filming after Vrankova struggled with several falls.
    — Will Tizard, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The goal of respecting and celebrating the villa’s setting is also reflected in the colors and materials used throughout the home.
    — Francesca Longoni, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of respecting
Adjective
  • Ten years of Trump dominating our politics has killed my ability to convince myself that there is still such a thing as an unambiguously positive outcome in an American election.
    — Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Health authorities identified 135 contacts linked to the first patient, eight of whom subsequently tested positive for Ebola.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of positive
Verb
  • Wednesday’s filing is the latest in Black’s legal dispute regarding Epstein.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2026
  • But rising concerns regarding affordability and data centers boosted the campaign of Acton and running mate David Pepper, the former chair of the Ohio Democratic Party.
    — Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of regarding
Adjective
  • But a band doesn’t earn its New York Times profile on good taste and great anecdotes alone.
    — Stuart Berman, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Like Dykes, Johnson had a lot of praise for Fifita and is eager to face one of the nation’s best passers.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of good
Verb
  • The person behind the picture The appeal of human craftsmanship goes beyond appreciating how many hours something took.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Gilbert described that assignment as a casual acquaintance asking his father to voice a cartoon, without Danny meaningfully appreciating the companies involved.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of appreciating
Adjective
  • Instead, captain Jared Spurgeon took the team’s new military-style helmet, complete with night-vision goggles attached, and delivered it to an appreciative Lorenz.
    — Michael Russo, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The filmmaker was showered with love and adoration by appreciative fans.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of appreciative
Verb
  • Jovovich wrapped up the sweet caption by praising her daughter’s strength, loyalty, and perseverance.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The two appear to have a good relationship following their divorce, especially since the Good Will Hunting star has been praising his ex in several interviews as of late.
    — Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of praising

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“Admiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiring. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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