as in praise
strong feelings of love or admiration
They looked at the baby with adoration. The doctor has earned the adoration of his patients.
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Recent Examples of adoration
Over the past couple of months, the doting couple has continued to engage in digital PDA, commenting on one another’s posts and sharing their adoration for each other via interviews.
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
Acutis was known to spend hours in prayer before the Eucharist each day, a practice known as Eucharistic adoration.
—Jessie Wardarski, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
His commentary across the film, which potently mixes 16mm film and contemporary digital imagery that encompass the multiple eras of Adrian’s life, switches between adoration and regret befitting a father still contending with such a devastating loss.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025
In theatrical Leo, the love planet brings passion and flair, heightening our desire for affection and adoration.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
Acutis was known to spend hours in prayer before the Eucharist each day, a practice known as Eucharistic adoration.
—Jessie Wardarski, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
His commentary across the film, which potently mixes 16mm film and contemporary digital imagery that encompass the multiple eras of Adrian’s life, switches between adoration and regret befitting a father still contending with such a devastating loss.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025
In theatrical Leo, the love planet brings passion and flair, heightening our desire for affection and adoration.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adoration
Noun
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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
Noun
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Others chimed in with similar admiration.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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In conversation, Blunt’s admiration for Johnson is clear, and so is her interest in making sure other people recognize his talents and capabilities.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The balance between reverence for tradition and forward-looking creativity was masterfully executed.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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This tender short honors life while confronting mortality with grace and reverence.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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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“Adoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adoration. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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