admiration

/ˌæd.mɚˈeɪʃ.ən/noun

A warm feeling of respect and wonder toward someone or something impressive.

Example sentences

“The students watched the pianist with open admiration.”
“Her courage during the flood earned her the admiration of the whole town.”

Takes "for": admiration for a mentor. People gaze "in admiration", and "have great admiration for" is a set phrase.

Synonyms for admiration

respect
esteem
regard
appreciation

Antonyms

Often confused with admiration

admiration vs adoration: adoration (noun): Deep love and devoted admiration for someone or something.

Find it in: Positive words.

Related words

devotionThe state of being deeply committed to a person, cause, or activity, or the act of committing yourself in that way.yearningA deep, often sad longing for something.tendernessThe quality of showing gentle, loving care toward others.longingA deep, quiet, somewhat sad desire for something or someone.warmthA friendly, kind, and caring quality in a person or the way they behave.nostalgiaA mixed feeling of happiness and sadness when remembering the past.