admiration
The word “admiration” has 4 syllables: ad-mi-ra-tion
It's pronounced as /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/
What is synonym and antonym for admiration?
In the thesaurus, “admiration” has 73 synonyms and 52 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for admiration along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for admiration
- absorption
- acclamation
- account
- adoration
- adulation
- affection
- amazement
- animation
- appetite
- appreciation
- approbation
- astonishment
- attachment
- awe
- beguilement
- bewitchment
- bias
- captivation
- curiosity
- deference
- delight
- devotion
- disbelief
- dread
- enchantment
- engagement
- engrossment
- enjoyment
- enlightenment
- enthrallment
- enthusiasm
- esteem
- estimation
- excitement
- fancy
- fascination
- favor
- fear
- fondness
- hero worship
- homage
- honor
- idolatry
- immersion
- incomprehension
- incredulity
- infatuation
- interest
- invigoration
- involvement
- like
- lionization
- love
- partiality
- passion
- praise
- preference
- prejudice
- props
- regard
- relish
- respect
- reverence
- shine
- shock
- stimulation
- surprise
- taste
- use
- veneration
- wonder
- wonderment
- worship
Antonyms for admiration
- abomination
- antipathy
- apathy
- aversion
- boredom
- cheerlessness
- condemnation
- contempt
- deprecation
- detestation
- disappointment
- disapproval
- discontent
- disdain
- disenchantment
- disfavor
- disgruntlement
- disgust
- disillusionment
- disinclination
- disinterest
- dislike
- disliking
- dispiritedness
- displeasure
- disregard
- dissatisfaction
- distaste
- doldrums
- ennui
- hate
- hatred
- incuriosity
- indifference
- indignation
- joylessness
- listlessness
- loathing
- melancholy
- nausea
- opprobrium
- repugnance
- repulsion
- restlessness
- revulsion
- scorn
- tedium
- tiredness
- unconcern
- unhappiness
- weariness
- weltschmerz
Meanings of admiration
- noun
- A positive emotion including wonder and approbation; the regarding of another as being wonderful.
- Wondering or questioning (without any particular positive or negative attitude to the subject).
- Cause of admiration; something to excite wonder, or pleased surprise.
Example Sentences
- She looked at the painting with great admiration.
- His bravery earned the admiration of the entire community.
- The students expressed their admiration for the inspiring teacher.
- I have nothing but admiration for her determination and strength.
- Their performance was met with applause and admiration.
On this page you'll find 125 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to admiration, such as: abomination, absorption, acclamation, account, adoration, adulation, affection.
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