1
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
my admiration for her increased when I discovered she had learned English only since coming to the U.S.
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as in amazement
the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary
gaped in admiration as one flower-bedecked float after another paraded past them
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Recent Examples of admiration
The conversation continues to evolve as more viewers watch the video through streaming services, with reactions ranging from admiration to humor—suggesting that, intentional or not, the simplicity of the concept has become part of its appeal.
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Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
By the time Caldwell guided Becca to the top of the cliff, that admiration had evolved into something a little closer to outright trust.
—Namir Khaliq, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
The duo had some aid from the Cure’s Robert Smith, who first asked the Twilight Sad to open for his band a decade ago; their mutual admiration society evolved into friendship and creative partnership.
—Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 31 Mar. 2026
Leverkusen’s admiration for Hurzeler coincides with doubts about the viability of his longevity at the Amex Stadium after fierce criticism from sections of the fanbase.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
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Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
By the time Caldwell guided Becca to the top of the cliff, that admiration had evolved into something a little closer to outright trust.
—Namir Khaliq, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
The duo had some aid from the Cure’s Robert Smith, who first asked the Twilight Sad to open for his band a decade ago; their mutual admiration society evolved into friendship and creative partnership.
—Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 31 Mar. 2026
Leverkusen’s admiration for Hurzeler coincides with doubts about the viability of his longevity at the Amex Stadium after fierce criticism from sections of the fanbase.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiration
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Offer clear feedback to a collaborator in private, so mutual respect strengthens and the path forward becomes simpler for both of you.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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In that respect, the Kings took one of their best losses of the season Sunday, falling 116-99 to the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in the fourth game of a five-game road trip.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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There was 8-year-old Landyn Kelly from Henderson, Nevada, rapping 40-foot putts toward the hole with 90-year-old Player watching with amazement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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The book is a mostly light-hearted exploration of Bennett's relationship with the tournament, from growing up in England rooting for his local soccer heroes, to watching in amazement every four years as teams from all over the globe take the spotlight on the World Cup stage.—
Jeffrey Pierre,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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And on Friday, the cheers before his first at-bat in the top of the first inning were long enough that both plate umpire Chris Segal and Red Sox catcher Carlos Narvaez stepped away from the plate to allow a sellout crowd of 36,233 to show its appreciation.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Later, when Shell expressed appreciation, Cipriani pitched Star Serenade, initially over the phone — presuming the executive would, at the least, boost its chance for an inside track at a green light.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
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Whispers ripple in astonishment, and nods of approval are seen throughout the audience.—
Zoe Bahjat,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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To his astonishment, the country’s Central Statistics Office had dropped price tracking of the nation’s most popular beer in 2011.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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In the ’90s, the peninsula was taken over by a string of summer-only nightclubs, with little regard for the natural surroundings or the ancient cemetery buried in the pine forest.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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In regards to playing or not, that’s going to be up to the performance of the team.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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The artist hopes the unexpected aural immersion, this amble through an audio garden, will be calming and reflective, revealing hidden details of the neighborhood as well as a sense of wonderment — an intriguing rather than stressful walk to the station.—
Anne Tschida,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
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Sophie’s wonderment at the ornate environment catches Benedict’s attention.—
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Queta also has drawn praise for his improvement as a defender and screener.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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Torii Hunter, a defensive whiz who now works as an Angels special assistant and who happened to be in the dugout, was succinct in his praise for the performance.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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Clark and Carol look on, a mixture of awe and exhaustion, as Floyd signs with this kid through his hands during another comically sappy pep talk.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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Many commenters expressed awe at the scale and age of the discovery, while others praised the museum’s scientific work and said the find deserved broader media coverage.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Admiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiration. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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