admiration

[ad-muh-rey-shuhn] / ˌæd məˈreɪ ʃən /

NOUN

great respect

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adoration affection applause appreciation delight esteem fondness love pleasure praise recognition reverence wonder wonderment

STRONG

account approbation approval deference estimation favor glorification homage honor idolatry idolization liking obeisance regard veneration worship

WEAK

marveling prizing valuing

Antonyms

STRONGEST

criticism dislike disregard disrespect hate hatred melancholy pain sorrow trouble unhappiness

STRONG

disapproval disfavor dishonor disobedience ignorance

WEAK

aversion contempt disgust loathing

Example Sentences

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Ma beamed at Anna May with genuine admiration.

From Literature

They had been watching the story of the Iran women's team "with immense admiration", the club said.

From BBC

This top-down control over urban development has drawn both envious admiration and criticism.

From BBC

Despite the tension, Sanchez said Friday he had "immense respect for the US presidency and great admiration for American society".

From Barron's

“I have a great admiration for Matthew for managing that, and also giving each character a role to play in that journey.”

From Los Angeles Times