Admiring: meaning, definitions and examples
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admiring
[ ədˈmaɪərɪŋ ]
feeling
Regard with respect and warm approval. Admiration is a positive emotion that is typically directed towards someone else. It involves viewing someone with awe, love, and respect.
Synonyms
appreciating, praising, respecting.
Examples of usage
- She was admiring the beautiful sunset.
- He couldn't help admiring her intelligence and wit.
action
Look at or inspect closely and in a detailed way. Admiring can also refer to the act of observing something with admiration or pleasure.
Synonyms
contemplating, gazing at, observing.
Examples of usage
- She spent hours admiring the intricate details of the artwork.
- He stood there, quietly admiring her beauty.
Translations
Translations of the word "admiring" in other languages:
🇵🇹 admirando
🇮🇳 प्रशंसा करना
🇩🇪 bewundernd
🇮🇩 mengagumi
🇺🇦 милуючись
🇵🇱 podziwiający
🇯🇵 称賛する
🇫🇷 admiratif
🇪🇸 admirando
🇹🇷 hayranlık duyan
🇰🇷 감탄하는
🇸🇦 معجب
🇨🇿 obdivující
🇸🇰 obdivujúci
🇨🇳 钦佩
🇸🇮 občudujoč
🇮🇸 aðdáunarfullur
🇰🇿 таңдану
🇬🇪 აღტაცებული
🇦🇿 heyranlıqla baxan
🇲🇽 admirando
Etymology
The word 'admire' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'admirari', which means 'to wonder at'. Over time, its meaning evolved to express respect and approval towards someone or something. The concept of admiration has been present in various cultures throughout history, often associated with feelings of reverence and appreciation.
See also: admiration, admire, admired, admirer, admirers, admiringly.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #12,625, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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- 12622 consigned
- 12623 resolute
- 12624 unsaturated
- 12625 admiring
- 12626 freshness
- 12627 extravagance
- 12628 interconnected
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