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US/ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/
a feeling of respect and liking for someone or something good
In context
I have great admiration for nurses who work long night shifts.
The crowd watched the young pianist in silent admiration.
Her courage during the floods won the admiration of the whole village.
Words that go with admiration
noun + preposition
- admiration forShe expressed her admiration for the doctors and nurses.
adjective + noun
- great admirationFans have great admiration for his honesty.
- deep admirationHe spoke with deep admiration about his old teacher.
verb + noun
- win admirationThe young team won admiration for their fighting spirit.
- express admirationMany visitors expressed admiration for the old temple.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have a big admiration to him.Correct: I have great admiration for him.