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The character showed admiration in the story.
What does Admiration mean?
A feeling of respect and liking for someone or something.
Dictionary definition
A feeling of respect and warm approval for someone or something.
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Admiration
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ad · muh · ray · shuhn · strongest beat: ray
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WordAdmiration.
Partnoun.
MeaningAdmiration means A feeling of respect and liking for someone or something.
ExampleExample: The character showed admiration in the story.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ad · muh · ray · shuhn
- Strongest beat
- ray
- Ending
- shuhn
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ray.
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Synonyms
Words like Admiration
respectClose meaning in common use.
appreciationSimilar meaning with slightly different tone.
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dislikeA useful opposite or contrast for this word.
disrespectA useful opposite or contrast for this word.
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Admiration word family
Base word
admiration
verb
admire
To feel respect for someone.
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