Admire

/ədˈmaɪər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To regard with wonder, pleasure, or approval.

I admire her dedication to her work.

To look at with pleasure.

They stopped to admire the view from the mountain top.

To hold in high esteem.

Many fans admire the athlete for her exceptional skills.

From Middle French 'admirer', from Latin 'admirari'.

admire from afar

To appreciate someone without showing your feelings directly.

admire one's work

To recognize the quality and effort put into someone's efforts.

admire the beauty

To appreciate the aesthetic qualities of something or someone.

admiration

The feeling of respect and approval.

admirer

A person who admires someone.

admirable

Worthy of admiration.

To have a crush on someone.

I really admire him, he's so cute!

To be impressed by someone's skills or attributes.

I totally admire her game.