Admiracion (en. Admiration)

admiraθjon

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Feeling of astonishment and respect towards something or someone for their qualities or achievements.
The admiration he feels for his mentor is evident.
La admiración que siente por su mentor es evidente.
Emotional state of deeply appreciating something.
Her admiration for art led her to study fine arts.
Su admiración por el arte la llevó a estudiar bellas artes.
Recognition of the worth or merit of someone or something.
The community expressed its admiration for the local heroes.
La comunidad expresó su admiración hacia los héroes locales.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'admirationem', which means 'wonder or astonishment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to feel admiration
To experience a strong respect or astonishment for something or someone.
sentir admiración
to deserve admiration
To have qualities or achievements that inspire respect and approval.
merecer admiración
to be filled with admiration
To feel overwhelmed by a deep respect or astonishment.
estar lleno de admiración

Related Words

to admire
To value or feel respect towards someone or something.
admirar
admired
That has received admiration.
admirado
admiring
That expresses admiration.
admirativo

Slang Meanings

In love with someone for their qualities.
That guy is in a phase of 'extreme admiration' for her.
Ese tipo está en una fase de 'admiración extrema' por ella.
Used to describe great devotion towards a public figure.
They are such intense fans that admiration turns into cult.
Son fans tan intensos que la admiración se convierte en culto.