admire

verb
UK: /ədˈmaɪər/
US: /ədˈmaɪər/

  1. To respect and like someone because they did something good.

    1. I admire my mom for being so strong all the time. [ ] [ ]
    2. I really admire people who volunteer their time to help others without expecting anything in return. [ ] [ ]

  2. To look at something and think it is beautiful or impressive.

    1. We admire the sunset every evening from our balcony. [ ] [ ]
    2. Tourists admire the architecture of the old city, especially the cathedral's intricate details. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

respect cherish value esteem look up to revere appreciate
admire transitive-verb

  1. To feel respect and approval for (someone or something).

    1. I admire her courage facing tough situations head-on. [ ] [ ]
    2. I admire the chef's creativity when he uses unexpected ingredients in his dishes. [ ] [ ]

  2. To have a feeling of wonder, pleasure, or approval.

    1. We all admire the skill needed to perform such feats of acrobatics. [ ] [ ]
    2. Many people admire the beauty of the national park and the diverse wildlife there. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "admire" in English means: To respect and like someone because they did something good., To look at something and think it is beautiful or impressive..

The phonetic transcription of "admire" is /ədˈmaɪər/ in British English and /ədˈmaɪər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "admire": respect, cherish, value, esteem, look up to, revere, appreciate.

Example usage of "admire": "I admire my mom for being so strong all the time.". More examples on the page.