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   ad·mire

   /ədˈmī(ə)r/

   verb

   • 1. regard (an object, quality, or person) with respect or warm approval: "I admire your courage" Similar applaudpraiseexpress admiration forcommendapprove ofexpress approval forfavorlook on with favorthink highly ofappreciaterespectrate highlyhold in high regardhold in high esteemlook up toacclaimcomplimentspeak highly ofput on a pedestalworshipadorelovecherishdote onbe enamored ofbe infatuated withbe taken withbe attracted tofind attractiveidolizelionizeinformal:carry a torch forbe mad aboutbe crazy aboutbe wild abouthave a crush onhave a thing abouthave a pash onhave the hots forbe soft ontake a shine tofancybe potty aboutOpposite disapprove ofloathe
   • ▪ look at with pleasure: "we were just admiring your garden"

   Word Origin late 16th century: from Latin admirari, from ad- ‘at’ + mirari ‘wonder’.

   Scrabble Points: 9

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   ADMIRE definition: 1. to find someone or something attractive and pleasant to look at: 2. to respect and approve of…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of ADMIRE is to feel respect and approval for (someone or something) : to regard with admiration. How to use admire in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Admire.

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   Admire definition: to regard with wonder, pleasure, or approval.. See examples of ADMIRE used in a sentence.

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   ADMIRE meaning: 1. to find someone or something attractive and pleasant to look at: 2. to respect and approve of…. Learn more.

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   If you hold someone in high esteem or look up to someone, you admire that person. If you ask four-year-olds who they most admire, they are likely to list their mom, dad, and grandparents — or superheroes and comic book characters.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishADMIRE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 meanings: 1. to regard with esteem, respect, approval, or pleased surprise 2. archaic to wonder at.... Click for more definitions.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishadmire verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

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   /ədˈmaɪər/ Verb Forms. to respect somebody for what they have done or to respect their qualities. admire somebody/something I really admire your enthusiasm. Her work was much admired by critics. You have to admire the way he handled the situation. Actually, I greatly admire and respect him.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of admire – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

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10. www.thefreedictionary.com › admireAdmire - definition of admire by The Free Dictionary

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    1. to regard with pleasure or approval, often mixed with wonder. 2. to regard highly; respect; esteem. 3. to regard with wonder or surprise.

11. www.yourdictionary.com › admireAdmire Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

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    To regard with pleasure, wonder, and approval. Admired the sculptures at the art museum. American Heritage. To regard with wonder, delight, and pleased approval. Webster's New World. To have a high opinion of; esteem or respect. I admired her ability as a violinist. American Heritage. To have high regard for. Webster's New World.