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Admiringly: meaning, definitions and examples

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admiringly

 

[ ədˈmaɪrɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

describing a manner of behavior

In a way that shows admiration or approval.

Synonyms

appreciatively, approving, approvingly, respectfully

Examples of usage

  • She looked at him admiringly.
  • He smiled admiringly at her beauty.
  • I nodded admiringly as she finished her performance.
Context #2 | Adverb

describing a manner of looking

In a way that shows admiration or respect through one's gaze.

Synonyms

appreciatively, approvingly, respectfully

Examples of usage

  • He gazed at the painting admiringly.
  • She watched him work admiringly.
  • The crowd looked on admiringly as the champion lifted the trophy.

Translations

Translations of the word "admiringly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com admiração

🇮🇳 प्रशंसा से

🇩🇪 bewundernd

🇮🇩 dengan kagum

🇺🇦 захоплено

🇵🇱 z podziwem

🇯🇵 称賛して

🇫🇷 avec admiration

🇪🇸 con admiración

🇹🇷 hayranlıkla

🇰🇷 감탄하여

🇸🇦 بإعجاب

🇨🇿 obdivně

🇸🇰 obdivne

🇨🇳 钦佩地

🇸🇮 z občudovanjem

🇮🇸 með aðdáun

🇰🇿 таңдана

🇬🇪 აღფრთოვანებით

🇦🇿 heyranlıqla

🇲🇽 con admiración

Etymology

The word 'admiringly' is derived from the verb 'admire', which comes from the Old French word 'admirer', meaning 'to wonder at, admire'. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverb 'admiringly', indicating the manner in which admiration is expressed. The concept of admiration and respect has been integral to human interaction throughout history, with various cultures valuing different qualities in individuals.

See also: admiration, admire, admired, admirer, admirers, admiring.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,559, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.